Martínez Brace Ensures Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much involved in the Italian league championship battle despite a somewhat shaky display.
League Table Update
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit in third position in the table with 27 points total, level with runner-up Roma and only one point behind table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a Champions League defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts created plenty of opportunities, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range seven minutes from time.
The team’s capacity to convert despite difficult circumstances was decisive in earning the victory.
Additional European Action
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the final say deep into stoppage time.
In the late La Liga fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to return to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter stay in tight contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning display.
- The title race continues with multiple teams in the mix.