Lautaro Martínez Double Ensures Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the visitors firmly involved in the Serie A title race in spite of a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Overview
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed third in the standings with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the third bottom position with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter arrived in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team generated plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s capacity to score despite pressure was crucial in securing three points.
Additional European Matches
In Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into added 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 had the final say late in added time.
In the late La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in close pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a match-winning display.
- The title race continues with several clubs competing.
