Lautaro Martínez Brace Ensures Inter in Pursuit of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly engaged in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a less than convincing display.
Standings Update
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed third in the table with 27 points, tied with second-placed Roma and just 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 enduring a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts created numerous chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then finished from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s capacity to convert even with pressure proved crucial in earning three points.
Additional Continental Matches
Across in Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the final say deep into stoppage time.
In the late La Liga fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- The Nerazzurri stay in close pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive performance.
- The title race continues with multiple teams in the mix.
