Martínez Double Ensures Inter in Pursuit of Frontrunners

Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a second-half double to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly involved in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky display.

League Table Update

Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit in third position in the standings with 27 points, tied 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 looking to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a Champions League defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team generated plenty of opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then tapped in from point-blank seven minutes from time.

Inter’s ability to score despite pressure proved crucial in earning the victory.

Other European Matches

In Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the last word late in added time.

Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.

• The Nerazzurri remain in tight contention for the Italian title.
• Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive display.
• The title race continues with multiple clubs in the mix.