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Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to secure his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the away side very much engaged in the Italian league championship battle despite a less than convincing display.

Standings Update

Under Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed third in the standings with 27 points total, tied with second-placed Roma and only one point behind table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom position with 10 points.

Game Summary

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. Nonetheless, they were made to battle all the way by promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentine Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range seven minutes from time.

Inter’s ability to score despite pressure proved crucial in securing the victory.

Additional Continental Matches

In Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a dramatic comeback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to succumb to a goal five minutes into stoppage time. The visitors’ 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 delivered the last word late in added time.

In the late La Liga fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a victory to go back to the top ahead of Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day.

• Inter stay in close pursuit for the Italian crown.
• Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive display.
• The title race continues with several clubs competing.