Martínez Brace Keeps Inter Milan on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the visitors firmly involved in the Italian league championship battle despite a less than convincing display.
League Table Overview
Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the table with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Match Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock 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 ability to convert despite pressure was crucial in securing three points.
Additional European Matches
In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just 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 deep into stoppage time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter remain in close contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive display.
- The battle for first continues with multiple clubs in the mix.
