Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to earn his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly involved in the Serie A title race despite a somewhat shaky display.
League Table Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the standings with 27 points total, level with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom position with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight throughout by promoted Pisa. The home team generated numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then finished from close range seven minutes from time.
The team’s ability to convert even with difficult circumstances was decisive in securing three points.
Other Continental Action
Across in Spain, the Basque side mounted a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into added time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the final say late in added time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a victory to return to the summit above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter remain in tight pursuit for the Italian crown.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning display.
- The title race continues with multiple clubs competing.
