Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a second-half brace to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the visitors very much engaged in the Italian league title race in spite of a less than convincing display.
League Table Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed third in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and only one point behind table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts created numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock 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 with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s ability to convert despite difficult circumstances was decisive in securing three points.
Additional Continental Action
In Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s scoring 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 leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word late in added time.
In the late La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to return to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter stay in tight pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive display.
- The title race continues with multiple teams competing.
