Martínez Brace Ensures Inter on Tail of Leaders
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much involved in the Serie A championship battle despite a less than convincing display.
League Table Overview
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed in third position in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the 18th spot with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after suffering a derby defeat by Milan recently, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of opportunities, but a clinical 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 tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
Inter’s capacity to convert even with difficult circumstances was crucial in securing three points.
Other European Matches
Across in Spain, the Basque side staged 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 just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word deep into added time.
In the late La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a victory to return to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in tight pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez proved his value with a match-winning performance.
- The title race continues with several teams in the mix.
