Martínez Double Ensures Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the visitors very much engaged in the Serie A title race in spite of a less than convincing display.
Standings Overview
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit in third position in the table with 27 points, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point behind table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking 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 made to battle throughout by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s ability to convert even with pressure was crucial in earning three points.
Additional Continental Matches
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the last word deep into stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to return to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter remain in tight pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive display.
- The title race goes on with multiple teams in the mix.
