Martínez Brace Ensures Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders

Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a late double to secure his team a 2-0 win at Pisa, ensuring the away side very much engaged in the Serie A title race in spite of a somewhat shaky display.

Standings Overview

Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the table with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.

Game 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 made to battle throughout by newly-promoted Pisa. The home team created numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentine 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 ability to score even with difficult circumstances proved crucial in securing three points.

Other Continental Matches

In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a thrilling comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour 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 deep into added time.

In the late Spanish fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a win to return to the summit above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.

• The Nerazzurri stay in tight pursuit for the Serie A crown.
• Martínez demonstrated his worth with a match-winning performance.
• The battle for first goes on with multiple teams in the mix.