Martínez Double Ensures Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much involved in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a less than convincing display.
Standings Update
Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed third in the standings with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous opportunities, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then finished from close range seven minutes from time.
Inter’s ability to score despite difficult circumstances proved crucial in securing three points.
Additional European Action
In Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the last word deep into stoppage time.
Later on Spanish fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a win to go back to the top ahead of Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in close pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a match-winning display.
- The title race continues with several teams in the mix.
