Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side very much involved in the Italian league title race despite a somewhat shaky performance.
Standings Update
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the table with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after enduring a derby defeat by Milan recently, followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team created plenty of opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then finished from point-blank seven minutes from time.
The team’s ability to score even with pressure proved decisive in securing the victory.
Other European Matches
In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal 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 soon reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word deep into stoppage time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a victory to go back to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in close pursuit for the Italian crown.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning performance.
- The battle for first goes on with multiple clubs in the mix.