Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late 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 somewhat shaky display.
Standings Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the standings with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan recently, followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts created plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s capacity to score even with difficult circumstances was crucial in securing the victory.
Other European Matches
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute 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 delivered the final say late in stoppage time.
Later on Spanish fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to return to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- The Nerazzurri stay in tight contention for the Italian crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive performance.
- The battle for first goes on with multiple clubs competing.
