Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly involved in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky display.
League Table Update
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the standings with 27 points total, level with runner-up Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the 18th spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after enduring a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The home team generated plenty of opportunities, but a clinical Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s ability to convert despite pressure proved decisive in earning three points.
Additional European Matches
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into added 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 leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the final say deep into added time.
Later on Spanish fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to go back to the summit ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter remain in tight pursuit for the Italian crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive performance.
- The battle for first continues with several teams competing.
