Pele congratulates Weah for World Cup goal against Wales

Brazil great Pele congratulated United States forward Timothy Weah for scoring his debut goal in the World Cup in the Americans' 1-1 draw with Wales.

World Cup Viewer's Guide: Tuesday kicked off with Argentina stunner

Lionel Messi and Argentina were beaten by Saudi Arabia 2-1 in one of the biggest World Cup upsets ever. Later, defending champion France opens play against Australia in a rematch from four years ago.

Frappart becomes 1st woman ref for men's World Cup match

Stephanie Frappart of France made soccer history Tuesday as the first woman to officiate a men’s World Cup match when she took the field as the fourth official in the game between Mexico and Poland.

Good Day DC gears up for the World Cup - and you can join our party on Nov. 25th!

We heard soccer fans in DC, Maryland and Virginia are among the most excited when it comes to the 2022 World Cup. If you're among them, watch us at Audi Field on Black Friday for a live broadcast of Good Day DC!

Top US diplomat critical of FIFA armband threat at World Cup

As the first players with the armbands took the field on Monday, soccer officials warned players would be shown yellow cards. This can lead to a player getting kicked out of a game and the next one.

How does USA advance at World Cup? We track all Group B scenarios

After a likely three points turned into one for the United States on Monday night with a 1-1 tie against Wales, there are a swath of scenarios that will dictate whether the team has a medium or long-term future in the 2022 World Cup.

Mighty Messi, Argentina open World Cup with stunning loss, now face uphill climb

Lionel Messi and Argentina were on the receiving end of one of the biggest stunners in World Cup history Tuesday, as Saudi Arabia pulled off a monumental 2-1 upset at Lusail Stadium.

World Cup 2022: USA-Wales ends in 1-1 draw

Gareth Bale converted a penalty kick in the 82nd minute to offset Tim Weah’s first-half goal and give Wales a 1-1 draw Monday in the return to the World Cup for both nations.

What happened to 'LION Lunch Hour' and 'DMV Zone' on FOX 5?

Q: "I tuned in to see LION Lunch Hour at 11am, and then DMV Zone at 3pm on FOX 5 DC and they weren't on. I thought both shows were so popular!"

Where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2022 in the DC area

The 2022 FIFA World Cup starts on Nov. 20, and with D.C. fans lauded as the "most excited" according to recent data, the District and surrounding areas are sure to be watching. But where to go to join your fellow soccer aficionados? 

How to watch the FIFA World Cup 2022 in the DC area

You can watch the 2022 World Cup for free here on FOX 5, but also on FOX Sports, FS1, and Tubi. Here’s how to see every match on your TV, phone, or computer.

World Cup teams nix plan to wear armbands seen as criticism of Qatar

The standoff was the latest dispute that threatened to overshadow tournament play. Qatar has faced criticism of its treatment of migrant workers and its criminalization of homosexuality.