🔗 Share this article Martínez Double Keeps Inter on Tail of Leaders Inter forward Lautaro Martínez scored a second-half double to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly engaged in the Serie A championship battle despite a somewhat shaky display. League Table Overview Led by manager Cristian Chivu, Inter currently sit third in the table with 27 points, level with second-placed Roma and just one point adrift of leaders Milan. In contrast, Pisa hold the third bottom spot with 10 points. Game Summary Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by newly-promoted Pisa. The hosts generated numerous opportunities, but a clinical Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentinian Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the top of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining. Inter’s capacity to score even with pressure was crucial in securing three points. Other Continental Action In Spain, the Basque side staged a dramatic fightback from 2-0 down to level at home against Villarreal, only to lose to a late strike five minutes into added time. Villarreal’s goals 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 had the last word late in added time. Later on Spanish fixture, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a victory to go back to the top ahead of Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day. The Nerazzurri stay in tight pursuit for the Serie A title. Martínez demonstrated his value with a match-winning display. The title race continues with multiple clubs in the mix.