🔗 Share this article Martínez Brace Keeps Inter in Pursuit of Leaders Inter striker Lautaro Martínez netted a second-half brace to earn his side a 2-0 win at Pisa, keeping the away side firmly involved in the Serie A title race in spite of a somewhat shaky display. League Table Update Under Cristian Chivu, Inter now are placed in third position in the table with 27 points, level with runner-up Roma and only one point behind leaders Milan. Meanwhile, Pisa hold the 18th position with 10 points. Match Summary Inter traveled in Tuscany aiming to return to winning ways after enduring a loss to rivals by Milan last weekend, which was followed by a European defeat at Atlético Madrid. Nonetheless, they were made to battle throughout by promoted Pisa. The home team created plenty of chances, but a efficient Inter broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Argentine Martínez drilled a first-time shot into the roof of the net. The forward then tapped in from close range with seven minutes remaining. The team’s ability to convert despite pressure was crucial in earning three points. Additional European Action In Spain, Real Sociedad mounted a dramatic comeback 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 30-minute mark and Alberto Moleiro in the 57th minute, but Carlos Soler soon reduced the deficit and Ander Barrenetxea leveled the score three minutes from time. Yet, Moleiro had the final say late in stoppage time. In the late Spanish fixture, Real Madrid journey to Girona requiring a win to return to the summit above Barcelona, who recorded a 3-1 win over Alavés on Saturday. The Nerazzurri remain in tight pursuit for the Italian title. Martínez demonstrated his worth with a decisive performance. The battle for first goes on with multiple teams competing.