Martínez Brace Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Frontrunners

Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the visitors firmly involved in the Italian league championship battle despite a somewhat shaky performance.

Standings Update

Under manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the standings with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the 18th spot with 10 points.

Game Recap

Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a derby defeat by Milan recently, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were forced to fight throughout by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous chances, but a clinical Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then finished from point-blank seven minutes from time.

Inter’s ability to score even with pressure was decisive in earning three points.

Additional Continental Matches

In Spain, the Basque side mounted a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s goals came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word deep into added time.

Later on Spanish fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to return to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.

• The Nerazzurri stay in close contention for the Italian crown.
• Martínez demonstrated his worth with a match-winning display.
• The title race continues with multiple clubs in the mix.