Martínez Double Ensures Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to earn his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the visitors firmly involved in the Italian league championship battle in spite of a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed third in the table with 27 points total, level with runner-up Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts created plenty of chances, but a clinical Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s capacity to score even with pressure was crucial in securing three points.
Additional European Matches
In Spain, Real Sociedad 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. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro had the last word deep into added time.
Later on La Liga fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a win to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in close contention for the Italian title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive performance.
- The title race goes on with several teams competing.
