Martínez Brace Keeps Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a second-half brace to earn his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the away side firmly involved in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a somewhat shaky performance.
League Table Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the standings with 27 points, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.
Match Recap
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. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous chances, but a clinical Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s capacity to convert even with pressure proved decisive in securing the victory.
Additional European Matches
In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal 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 had the final say deep into added time.
In the late Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a victory to return to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter stay in close contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his value with a decisive performance.
- The title race continues with multiple clubs in the mix.