Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half brace to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly engaged in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a less than convincing display.
League Table Update
Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the table with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom position with 10 points.
Game Recap
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts created plenty of opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s ability to score despite difficult circumstances proved decisive in earning the victory.
Other Continental Matches
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the final say late in added time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- The Nerazzurri remain in tight contention for the Italian title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a match-winning performance.
- The battle for first continues with multiple clubs in the mix.
