Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to secure his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much engaged in the Italian league title race despite a somewhat shaky performance.
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 table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter arrived in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then finished from close range seven minutes from time.
Inter’s ability to convert despite difficult circumstances was decisive in earning the victory.
Other Continental Matches
In Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the final say deep into stoppage time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a victory to return to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- The Nerazzurri remain in close contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning performance.
- The title race goes on with several clubs in the mix.
