Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter Milan in Pursuit of Leaders

Inter striker Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to earn his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, ensuring the visitors firmly involved in the Italian league championship battle in spite of a somewhat shaky display.

League Table Overview

Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit in third position in the table with 27 points total, level with runner-up Roma and only one point adrift of table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the 18th spot with 10 points.

Match Summary

Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to get back on track after enduring a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The home team generated plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the top of the net. The attacker then tapped in from close range seven minutes from time.

The team’s capacity to convert despite pressure was decisive in securing three points.

Other European Matches

Across 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 shortly after the 30-minute 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 deep into added time.

Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a victory to return to the summit ahead of Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.

• Inter remain in close contention for the Serie A title.
• Martínez proved his value with a decisive performance.
• The title race continues with multiple teams in the mix.