Lautaro Martínez Brace Ensures Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to earn his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the visitors firmly engaged in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a less than convincing display.
League Table Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the standings with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight throughout by promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s ability to convert despite difficult circumstances was crucial in securing three points.
Other European Matches
In Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the final say late in added time.
In the late La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a victory to return to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- The Nerazzurri remain in close contention for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez proved his worth with a decisive display.
- The title race goes on with multiple clubs competing.
