Martínez Brace Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Leaders

Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much involved in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky performance.

League Table Overview

Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the third bottom spot with 10 points.

Match Summary

Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after enduring a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.

Inter’s capacity to score even with difficult circumstances was decisive in earning three points.

Other European Action

Across in Spain, the Basque side mounted a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the last word deep into stoppage time.

In the late Spanish fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a win to return to the summit above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.

  • Inter stay in tight contention for the Italian crown.
  • Martínez proved his value with a decisive display.
  • The title race continues with multiple teams competing.
Christine Klein
Christine Klein

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