Martínez Brace Ensures Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half double to earn his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly engaged in the Italian league title race in spite of a less than convincing display.
Standings Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the standings with 27 points total, tied with runner-up Roma and just one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after suffering a derby defeat by Milan recently, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of chances, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then finished from point-blank seven minutes from time.
Inter’s ability to score even with pressure proved crucial in securing three points.
Additional Continental Action
Across in Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into added time. The visitors’ scoring 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 leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word late in stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a victory to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in tight pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a match-winning performance.
- The battle for first goes on with multiple clubs competing.
