Lautaro Martínez Brace Ensures Inter Milan in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a second-half brace to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly engaged in the Italian league title race in spite of a less than convincing display.
League Table Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the standings with 27 points, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the third bottom spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after enduring a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team generated numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s ability to convert despite difficult circumstances proved crucial in securing three points.
Other European Matches
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the last word deep into stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a victory to return to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in tight contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive display.
- The title race continues with multiple clubs competing.
