Lautaro Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a second-half brace to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors firmly involved in the Serie A title race despite a somewhat shaky performance.
League Table Update
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit in third position in the standings with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle throughout by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team generated numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s ability to convert even with difficult circumstances was crucial in securing three points.
Additional Continental Matches
In Spain, the Basque side mounted a dramatic 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’ 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. However, Moleiro delivered the final say late in stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to return to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- The Nerazzurri remain in close pursuit for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive performance.
- The battle for first continues with several teams competing.
