Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly engaged in the Italian league championship battle despite a somewhat shaky performance.
Standings Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the standings with 27 points total, level with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Match Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after suffering a derby defeat by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank seven minutes from time.
The team’s ability to convert despite pressure was decisive in earning the victory.
Additional European Matches
In Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into added time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez just 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 final say late in added time.
In the late Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a victory to go back to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in tight pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his value with a match-winning performance.
- The title race continues with several clubs competing.
