🔗 Share this article Lautaro Martínez Double Keeps Inter in Pursuit of Leaders Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a late brace to earn his team a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the visitors very much involved in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky performance. Standings Overview Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed third in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and only one point behind table-toppers Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points. Match Recap Inter traveled in Tuscany looking to get back on track after enduring a derby defeat by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a Champions League defeat 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 when Argentine Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from point-blank with seven minutes remaining. Inter’s ability to convert even with pressure was crucial in earning the victory. Additional Continental Matches Across in Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a goal five minutes into added time. The visitors’ scoring came from Ayoze Pérez just after the half-hour mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro delivered the final say deep into stoppage time. Later on La Liga match, Real Madrid journey to Girona needing a win to return to the top ahead of Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 triumph over Alavés on the previous day. The Nerazzurri stay in tight contention for the Italian crown. Martínez proved his worth with a match-winning display. The battle for first continues with several clubs in the mix.