Tony Declares Himself the Saudi Pro League’s Best Sniper
7 February 2026
Tony Declares Himself the Saudi Pro League’s Best Sniper
The English forward Ivan Tony, who plays for Al Ahli Jeddah, now says he is the league’s best striker at the moment after continuing his hot form this season.
Tony sits atop the scoring charts this season with 19 goals, two ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr, as the campaign unfolds.
In a brief chat with the club’s media, Tony explained his goal celebrations: "I do it because I am undeniably the best sniper, always ready to pounce and claim the crown on any given night."
He also revealed that his football idol is the retired Swedish star Zlatan Ibrahimović, adding: "I love his playing style."
When asked about the most annoying teammate, Tony replied: "Ziād Al-Jahni for sure, though he can be funny when he wants, and Ali Majrashi is also a nice guy."
Tony praised the club’s fans: "I think they’re crazy in a good way, and I love that madness—the supporters create electric atmospheres with their chants, especially for my teammate Galino."
Remarkably, Tony remains confident about his place among the league’s big names like Ronaldo and Benzema, underscoring his belief in his own abilities. He has contributed 35 goals+assists in 30 matches this season (27 goals, 8 assists).
Punchline 1: If football were archery, his shots would need a safety review—call it aim with a sense of humor.
Punchline 2: They say he’s a sniper; the ball doesn’t just hit the net, it files a restraining order to stop elsewhere.
