Lautaro Martínez Double Ensures Inter Milan in Pursuit of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly involved in the Serie A title race in spite of a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Overview
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the standings with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after suffering a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener 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 score despite pressure proved crucial in securing three points.
Additional European Action
Across in Spain, the Basque side mounted a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro had the final say deep into added time.
In the late La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to return to the summit ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter stay in close pursuit for the Italian title.
- Martínez proved his value with a match-winning performance.
- The title race continues with several clubs competing.
