Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half brace to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much engaged in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Overview
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the standings with 27 points, tied with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s ability to score even with difficult circumstances proved decisive in earning three points.
Other Continental Matches
In Spain, the Basque side mounted a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage 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 pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word late in stoppage time.
In the late Spanish fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a win to go back to the summit above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in tight contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning performance.
- The title race continues with multiple clubs competing.
