Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much engaged in the Serie A title race despite a somewhat shaky display.
League Table Update
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the standings with 27 points total, level with runner-up Roma and just one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Match Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after enduring a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous opportunities, but a clinical Inter broke the deadlock 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.
The team’s ability to score despite pressure was crucial in securing three points.
Additional European Matches
In Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into added time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the last word late in stoppage time.
In the late Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a victory to go back to the summit ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in tight contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his value with a decisive performance.
- The title race continues with multiple teams competing.
