Argentinian referee Darío Herrera made a strong first impression at the World Cup, officiating the match between Belgium and Iran which ended in a draw. He correctly issued a red card to Nathan Ngoy, demonstrating accurate judgment in a pivotal moment of the game. Herrera also successfully implemented one of the new rules recently introduced by FIFA, specifically the “eight-second rule” regarding set pieces. Observers noted his confident and decisive officiating throughout the match, with no major controversies arising during his debut. His performance suggests a promising presence in the tournament. The referee’s ability to apply both established and new regulations effectively was a key aspect of his successful debut. This match marked Herrera’s first appearance as a referee at a FIFA World Cup.