Martínez Brace Ensures Inter Milan on Tail of Frontrunners

Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a second-half double to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side very much involved in the Italian league championship battle despite a less than convincing display.

League Table Overview

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

Match Summary

Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a derby defeat by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts created numerous chances, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez smacked a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range seven minutes from time.

The team’s ability to score despite pressure proved decisive in earning three points.

Other Continental Action

Across in Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into added time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler quickly reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word late in stoppage time.

Later on Spanish fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday.

• Inter remain in close contention for the Serie A crown.
• Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning display.
• The battle for first goes on with multiple teams competing.