Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to secure his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the visitors firmly engaged in the Serie A title race in spite of a somewhat shaky display.
League Table Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed in third position in the standings with 27 points, tied with runner-up Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the 18th position with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous opportunities, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s capacity to score despite pressure was decisive in earning the victory.
Additional European Action
In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the half-hour 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. However, Moleiro had the final say deep into stoppage time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a victory to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- The Nerazzurri remain in close contention for the Italian crown.
- Martínez proved his value with a decisive display.
- The battle for first continues with several teams competing.
