Martínez Brace Ensures Inter in Pursuit of Frontrunners

Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half double to earn his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the away side very much involved in the Serie A title race in spite of a somewhat shaky display.

Standings Update

Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the table with 27 points total, level with runner-up Roma and just one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa occupy the third bottom position with 10 points.

Game Summary

Inter arrived in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan recently, which was followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The hosts created plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The attacker then finished from close range with seven minutes remaining.

The team’s capacity to score despite difficult circumstances proved crucial in earning three points.

Other Continental Action

In Spain, Real Sociedad staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into stoppage time. Villarreal’s scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly after the 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the last word late in stoppage time.

Later on Spanish fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona requiring a victory to return to the top above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.

• Inter stay in tight pursuit for the Italian title.
• Martínez proved his worth with a decisive display.
• The title race goes on with multiple teams competing.