Lautaro Martínez Brace Ensures Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much involved in the Serie A title race despite a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Update
Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the table with 27 points, tied with runner-up Roma and only one point adrift of leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the 18th position with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after enduring a derby defeat by Milan recently, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The home team generated plenty of opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then finished from close range seven minutes from time.
The team’s capacity to score even with pressure proved crucial in securing three points.
Additional European Matches
Across in Spain, the Basque side mounted a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize 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 30-minute 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 final say deep into stoppage time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to go back to the summit ahead of Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter stay in close contention for the Italian title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive display.
- The title race goes on with several teams in the mix.
