Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the away side very much involved in the Italian league title race despite a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Overview
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit in third position in the table with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a Champions League defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range seven minutes from time.
Inter’s ability to convert despite difficult circumstances proved crucial in earning three points.
Additional Continental Matches
In Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into added time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just after the 30-minute 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 last word late in added time.
In the late Spanish fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a victory to go back to the summit ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter remain in close contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a match-winning display.
- The title race goes on with multiple teams competing.