Martínez Brace Ensures Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much engaged in the Italian league title race in spite of a less than convincing display.
Standings Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit in third position in the table with 27 points, tied with runner-up Roma and only one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter arrived in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after enduring a derby defeat by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts created plenty of opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s capacity to convert despite pressure proved decisive in securing three points.
Other Continental Matches
In Spain, the Basque side mounted a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly 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 had the final say deep into added time.
In the late Spanish fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a victory to return to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in close pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a match-winning display.
- The title race goes on with multiple teams in the mix.
