Martínez Brace Ensures Inter Milan in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much involved in the Serie A title race despite a less than convincing performance.
Standings Overview
Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the table with 27 points, tied with runner-up Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after enduring a derby defeat by Milan recently, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts created numerous chances, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then finished from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s capacity to convert even with difficult circumstances was decisive in securing the victory.
Additional Continental Matches
In Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic fightback 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 soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the final say deep into stoppage time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- The Nerazzurri stay in close pursuit for the Italian title.
- Martínez proved his value with a match-winning performance.
- The title race continues with several clubs competing.
