Martínez Brace Keeps Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to earn his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors firmly engaged in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a less than convincing display.
Standings Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the standings with 27 points, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the third bottom position with 10 points.
Match Recap
Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts 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 forward then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s capacity to convert despite pressure proved crucial in earning the victory.
Other European Matches
In Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word deep into stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a victory to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter remain in tight contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive performance.
- The battle for first continues with multiple teams competing.
