Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the away side very much engaged in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a less than convincing performance.
Standings Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed third in the table with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and just one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th spot with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after suffering a derby defeat by Milan recently, followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of chances, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range seven minutes from time.
Inter’s capacity to convert despite difficult circumstances was decisive in securing three points.
Additional European Action
In Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into added time. The visitors’ 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 had the last word late in stoppage time.
In the late Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- The Nerazzurri stay in tight pursuit for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez proved his value with a match-winning performance.
- The title race goes on with several teams in the mix.
