Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to earn his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much engaged in the Serie A title race in spite of a less than convincing display.
Standings Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the standings with 27 points total, level with runner-up Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the 18th spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team created plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s capacity to convert despite pressure was decisive in securing three points.
Additional Continental Action
In Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ 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 leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the final say deep into stoppage time.
Later on La Liga fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to return to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in close pursuit for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive display.
- The battle for first goes on with multiple teams competing.
