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Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late double to secure his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly involved in the Italian league title race in spite of a somewhat shaky performance.

Standings Update

Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter now sit third in the table with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and only one point behind table-toppers Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points.

Game Summary

Inter arrived in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, followed by a Champions League loss at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts created numerous opportunities, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez smacked a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then finished from point-blank seven minutes from time.

The team’s capacity to convert even with pressure proved decisive in earning three points.

Other European Matches

Across in Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ goals came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro delivered the final say deep into added time.

Later on La Liga fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to return to the summit above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day.

• Inter remain in close pursuit for the Serie A crown.
• Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive performance.
• The title race continues with multiple teams competing.