Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half brace to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side very much involved in the Serie A title race despite a somewhat shaky display.
League Table Update
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and just one point behind table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy 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, which was followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of opportunities, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range seven minutes from time.
The team’s ability to score despite pressure proved decisive in earning the victory.
Other European Matches
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb 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 quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word deep into added time.
Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a victory to go back to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- The Nerazzurri remain in tight contention for the Italian title.
- Martínez proved his worth with a decisive display.
- The battle for first continues with multiple teams competing.
