Lautaro Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to earn his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the visitors firmly engaged in the Serie A title race in spite of a less than convincing display.
League Table Overview
Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed in third position in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and only one point behind table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts created plenty of opportunities, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank seven minutes from time.
The team’s capacity to convert despite difficult circumstances proved crucial in securing three points.
Other Continental Action
In Spain, the Basque side mounted a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s goals 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 last word late in added time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to go back to the summit above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- The Nerazzurri stay in tight pursuit for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive performance.
- The title race continues with several clubs competing.
