Martínez Brace Ensures Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to earn his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly involved in the Italian league title race despite a less than convincing performance.
League Table Overview
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed third in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the 18th position with 10 points.
Match Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then finished from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s ability to score despite difficult circumstances proved decisive in earning the victory.
Other European Action
In Spain, the Basque side mounted a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word deep into added time.
In the late Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to return to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter stay in close contention for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning performance.
- The title race continues with multiple clubs competing.