Martínez Double Ensures Inter Milan on Tail of Leaders

Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half brace to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the visitors firmly involved in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a less than convincing display.

League Table Overview

Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom spot with 10 points.

Game Recap

Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to return to winning ways after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan recently, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. However, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team generated plenty of opportunities, but a efficient Inter scored the opener in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then finished from close range with seven minutes remaining.

The team’s capacity to score even with pressure was decisive in securing three points.

Additional European Action

In Spain, the Basque side mounted a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez shortly 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. Yet, Moleiro delivered the last word late in stoppage time.

Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on Saturday.

• The Nerazzurri stay in tight contention for the Italian crown.
• Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive display.
• The title race goes on with several clubs competing.