Martínez Double Keeps Inter on Tail of Frontrunners

Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to earn his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the away side firmly engaged in the Serie A title race in spite of a less than convincing performance.

Standings Update

Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit in third position in the table with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.

Match Recap

Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team generated numerous chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.

The team’s capacity to convert despite difficult circumstances was decisive in earning three points.

Other European Action

In Spain, the Basque side mounted a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the half-hour 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 late in added time.

Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to return to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.

• The Nerazzurri remain in close contention for the Serie A crown.
• Martínez proved his value with a match-winning performance.
• The battle for first continues with multiple clubs competing.