Martínez Double Ensures Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half double to earn his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side very much involved in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Update
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the standings with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and just one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous 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 forward then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s capacity to score even with pressure proved crucial in earning the victory.
Other European Matches
In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez just after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the last word late in stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a win to go back to the summit above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter remain in close pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning performance.
- The battle for first goes on with multiple teams in the mix.
