Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly engaged in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky performance.
League Table Overview
Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the standings with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the 18th position with 10 points.
Match Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after suffering a derby defeat by Milan recently, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The home team generated numerous chances, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s capacity to score despite pressure was decisive in securing the victory.
Additional European Action
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad staged a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ goals 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 equalised three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the last word deep into stoppage time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a victory to go back to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- The Nerazzurri stay in close contention for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez proved his value with a match-winning display.
- The title race goes on with several teams in the mix.
