Martínez Brace Keeps Inter on Tail of Leaders

Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much engaged in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a less than convincing performance.

Standings Overview

Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the table with 27 points total, level with runner-up Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the 18th position with 10 points.

Match Recap

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 forced to fight throughout by promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then finished from point-blank with seven minutes remaining.

Inter’s capacity to score despite pressure was crucial in earning three points.

Other Continental Action

Across in Spain, the Basque side mounted a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal 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 pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the final say late in stoppage time.

In the late La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a win to return to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.

• Inter remain in close contention for the Italian title.
• Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning performance.
• The title race goes on with several teams competing.