Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side very much engaged in the Italian league championship battle in spite of a less than convincing performance.
Standings Overview
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the table with 27 points total, level with second-placed Roma and only one point behind table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter arrived in Tuscany looking to get back on track after enduring a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team generated numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank seven minutes from time.
Inter’s capacity to score even with pressure proved decisive in earning three points.
Other Continental Action
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the last word deep into stoppage time.
In the late Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to go back to the summit above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in close pursuit for the Italian crown.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning display.
- The battle for first continues with several clubs in the mix.
