Lautaro Martínez Brace Keeps Inter in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the away side firmly engaged in the Serie A championship battle despite a less than convincing display.
League Table Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed in third position in the table with 27 points, tied with runner-up Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the 18th spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after enduring a derby defeat by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League defeat 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 drilled a one-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then finished from point-blank seven minutes from time.
Inter’s ability to convert despite pressure proved crucial in earning the victory.
Other Continental Action
In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez just after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the last word late in stoppage time.
Later on La Liga fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in tight pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning performance.
- The title race goes on with several teams competing.
