Martínez Double Keeps Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half brace to secure his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much involved in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky performance.
Standings Update
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the table with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after enduring a derby defeat by Milan recently, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight throughout by promoted Pisa. The home team created plenty of opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then finished from close range seven minutes from time.
The team’s ability to score even with difficult circumstances proved crucial in securing three points.
Other Continental Matches
Across in Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into added time. The visitors’ 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 leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the final say deep into stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a victory to go back to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in close contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning display.
- The title race continues with multiple clubs in the mix.
