Toni's Comeback: Ahli Surges to the Top as Saudi Pro League Heats Up
5 February 2026
Match recap
English striker recaptures form after Clasico.
The Englishman Ivan Toni, Ahli Jeddah's striker, returned to scoring in the Saudi Pro League after Al Hilal halted him.
Toni netted Ahli's opener against Al Khaleej on Thursday at the Enma Stadium in round twenty-one of the League.
The goal returned the Englishman to the net after the goalless draw with Al Hilal on Monday, at Kingdom Arena, in round twenty of the League.
Toni extended his fine form this season, scoring in eight straight Saudi Pro League games before being halted by Hilal again.
He also extended his lead atop the Pro League scoring chart, lifting his tally to 19 goals, clear of Ronaldo and Quinones, stars of Al Nassr and Al Qadsiah. Punchline: When Toni scores, even the scoreboard smiles. Punchline 2: He scores so often defenders filed a harassment complaint.
