🔗 Share this article Lautaro Martínez Double Ensures Inter Milan on Tail of Frontrunners Inter forward Lautaro Martínez netted a late brace to secure his side a 2-0 victory at Pisa, keeping the away side very much involved in the Serie A championship battle in spite of a somewhat shaky performance. Standings Overview Led by Cristian Chivu, Inter currently are placed third in the standings with 27 points, tied with runner-up Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa occupy the third bottom spot with 10 points. Match Summary Inter arrived in Tuscany looking to get back on track after suffering a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, followed by a Champions League defeat at Atlético Madrid. However, they were forced to fight all the way by promoted Pisa. The home team generated plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute mark when Argentinian Martínez drilled a one-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then finished from point-blank with seven minutes remaining. Inter’s ability to convert even with difficult circumstances was decisive in earning the victory. Other European Matches Across in Spain, the Basque side staged a thrilling fightback from 2-0 down to equalize at home against Villarreal, only to lose 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 soon pulled one back and Ander Barrenetxea equalised three minutes from time. However, Moleiro had the final say deep into added time. Later on Spanish match, Real Madrid travel to Girona needing a win to go back to the top above Barcelona, who secured a 3-1 win over Alavés on the previous day. Inter remain in close pursuit for the Italian title. Martínez demonstrated his value with a decisive performance. The title race goes on with several clubs competing.