Martínez Brace Keeps Inter in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half brace to earn his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much engaged in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky performance.
League Table Update
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the table with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and just one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the 18th spot with 10 points.
Match Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts created numerous chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then finished from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s ability to score despite difficult circumstances proved crucial in securing three points.
Other Continental 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 goal five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the half-hour 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 had the final say late in added time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a win to return to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter stay in close contention for the Serie A crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive display.
- The battle for first goes on with multiple teams in the mix.
