Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half double to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the visitors firmly engaged in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky display.
Standings Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the table with 27 points total, level with runner-up Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team generated numerous opportunities, but a clinical Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range seven minutes from time.
Inter’s capacity to convert even with pressure was crucial in securing three points.
Additional Continental Matches
Across in Spain, the Basque side mounted a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb 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 soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the final say late in stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to go back to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- Inter stay in close contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive display.
- The title race goes on with several clubs competing.