Lautaro Martínez Double Ensures Inter Milan in Pursuit of Frontrunners
Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much involved in the Italian league title race in spite of a less than convincing display.
Standings Overview
Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed third in the standings with 27 points total, tied with runner-up Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the 18th spot with 10 points.
Game Summary
Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after enduring a derby defeat by Milan recently, which was followed by a Champions League defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts generated plenty of chances, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then finished from close range with seven minutes remaining.
The team’s capacity to convert despite difficult circumstances was crucial in earning three points.
Other European Matches
In Spain, the Basque side mounted a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s goals 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 equalised three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the last word late in stoppage time.
Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.
- The Nerazzurri stay in tight pursuit for the Italian title.
- Martínez proved his value with a decisive display.
- The title race continues with multiple teams in the mix.
