Martínez Double Keeps Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to earn his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the visitors firmly involved in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky display.
League Table Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the table with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.
Match Recap
Inter arrived in Tuscany looking to get back on track after enduring a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle throughout by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then finished from point-blank seven minutes from time.
Inter’s capacity to convert despite pressure was decisive in securing the victory.
Other European Matches
In Spain, the Basque side mounted a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into added time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word late in stoppage time.
Later on La Liga fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to go back to the top ahead of Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter stay in close pursuit for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive display.
- The battle for first continues with several clubs in the mix.
