Lautaro Martínez Double Ensures Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to secure his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the away side firmly involved in the Serie A title race in spite of a somewhat shaky display.
League Table Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the table with 27 points, tied with runner-up Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after suffering 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 promoted Pisa. The home team created plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range seven minutes from time.
Inter’s ability to convert despite pressure proved decisive in earning the victory.
Other Continental Action
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a dramatic fightback 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 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. However, Moleiro delivered the final say deep into added time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in close contention for the Italian title.
- Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning display.
- The battle for first goes on with multiple teams competing.
