Martínez Brace Ensures Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to secure his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the visitors firmly engaged in the Italian league title race despite a somewhat shaky performance.
League Table Update
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the standings with 27 points total, level with second-placed Roma and just one point behind leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the third bottom position with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team created plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then finished from close range with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s ability to score despite pressure proved crucial in earning the victory.
Other European Matches
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal 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 quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the last word deep into stoppage time.
Later on La Liga fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a victory to return to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- The Nerazzurri stay in close contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his worth with a decisive display.
- The title race goes on with several clubs competing.
