Lautaro Martínez Brace Keeps Inter in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors firmly engaged in the Italian league title race despite a less than convincing display.
League Table Update
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the table with 27 points, tied with runner-up Roma and just one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the 18th position with 10 points.
Match Recap
Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous chances, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then finished from close range seven minutes from time.
Inter’s ability to score despite pressure proved crucial in earning three points.
Other Continental Matches
In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour 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 final say deep into stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a victory to go back to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.
- Inter remain in tight contention for the Italian crown.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive performance.
- The title race continues with multiple teams in the mix.
