Martínez Double Ensures Inter in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to earn his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly engaged in the Italian league title race in spite of a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the table with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team generated numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s ability to score despite pressure was crucial in securing three points.
Other Continental Action
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word deep into added time.
In the late La Liga fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a win to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in close pursuit for the Italian title.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive performance.
- The battle for first goes on with multiple clubs in the mix.
