Lautaro Martínez Double Ensures Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a second-half brace to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much engaged in the Serie A title race in spite of a somewhat shaky performance.
League Table Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed third in the table with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the 18th position with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after suffering a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts created plenty of chances, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then finished from close range with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s ability to convert despite difficult circumstances was decisive in earning the victory.
Other European Matches
Across in Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the final say late in stoppage time.
Later on La Liga fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a victory to return to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- The Nerazzurri stay in tight pursuit for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive performance.
- The title race continues with several clubs competing.
