Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Frontrunners
Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to secure his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much engaged in the Italian league championship battle despite a less than convincing display.
League Table Overview
Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit in third position in the standings with 27 points, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts created numerous chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then finished from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s ability to score even with pressure was crucial in earning the victory.
Additional Continental Action
Across in Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s 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 had the last word late in added time.
In the late Spanish fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a win to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.
- The Nerazzurri remain in tight contention for the Serie A title.
- Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive display.
- The battle for first continues with multiple teams in the mix.
