Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the visitors very much engaged in the Italian league championship battle in spite of a less than convincing display.
Standings Update
Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the standings with 27 points, tied with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.
Match Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts created numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank seven minutes from time.
Inter’s ability to score even with pressure proved crucial in securing the victory.
Additional European Action
In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into added time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez just after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro had the final say late in stoppage time.
In the late Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a win to return to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter stay in close pursuit for the Italian crown.
- Martínez proved his value with a decisive display.
- The title race goes on with multiple clubs in the mix.
