Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side very much engaged in the Serie A championship battle despite a less than convincing display.
Standings Update
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the standings with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy 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 last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from point-blank seven minutes from time.
The team’s ability to score despite difficult circumstances proved crucial in earning three points.
Additional Continental Action
Across in Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly 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. Yet, Moleiro delivered the final say deep into stoppage time.
In the late Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a victory to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter remain in close pursuit for the Italian crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a match-winning display.
- The title race goes on with multiple teams in the mix.