Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side very much involved in the Italian league championship battle despite a somewhat shaky performance.
Standings Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the standings with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after suffering a derby defeat by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle throughout by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank seven minutes from time.
The team’s ability to convert even with pressure was crucial in earning the victory.
Other European Action
Across in Spain, the Basque side mounted a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s 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 delivered the last word late in stoppage time.
In the late La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a victory to go back to the summit ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in tight pursuit for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive performance.
- The title race continues with multiple teams in the mix.
