What happened in Algeria vs Austria today was absolute madness. Austria took the lead twice, and Algeria fought back twice to make it 2-2. Heading into stoppage time, both teams were going through. Then, in the 93rd minute, Riyad Mahrez scored what looked like the winner for Algeria 3-2. That goal completely flipped the group. Algeria moved into second, Austria dropped out, and for a few minutes Iran were heading to the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed teams. Imagine that… After the heartbreak against Egypt, where they thought they’d won it at the death only for the goal to be ruled out, Iran had another taste of qualification. This time, they were actually through… for about three minutes. Then came one final twist. With virtually the last kick of the game, Austria found an equaliser in the 96th minute to make it 3-3. Suddenly, Austria were back in second. Iran were out again. And Algeria, despite conceding so late, still qualified as one of the best third-placed teams. As an Algerian, I can’t even lie… when Austria scored, I celebrated. We avoided Spain and Lamine Yamal, got Switzerland instead, and still made it through to the knockout stage. Football is an unbelievable sport. Congratulations, Algeria. 🇩🇿💚