Lautaro Martínez Double Ensures Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to earn his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much involved in the Italian league title race despite a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Overview
Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the standings with 27 points total, tied with runner-up Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the 18th spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after suffering a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute 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 score even with difficult circumstances was decisive in securing the victory.
Additional Continental Matches
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro had the last word late in added time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a victory to return to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter remain in tight pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a match-winning display.
- The battle for first continues with several clubs in the mix.
