Martínez Double Ensures Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to secure his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the away side firmly engaged in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky display.
League Table Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and just one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team generated numerous chances, but a clinical Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then finished from point-blank seven minutes from time.
The team’s capacity to convert even with difficult circumstances was crucial in earning the victory.
Additional Continental Matches
In Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s 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. Yet, Moleiro had the last word late in stoppage time.
Later on Spanish fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in close pursuit for the Italian crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive display.
- The battle for first continues with multiple teams competing.
