Ivan Toney’s Hot Start at Al Ahli: Penalty king and key attacker in Saudi Pro League | OneFootball

English striker delivering goals and impact as Al-Ahli target resurgence in Saudi Pro League

Ivan Toney’s Hot Start at Al Ahli: Penalty king and key attacker in Saudi Pro League

Ivan Toney is quickly becoming one of the standout performers in the Roshn Saudi League this season with the English striker delivering clinical finishing and decisive contributions in his debut campaign for Al Ahli.

The 29 year old forward has started the season in red hot form scoring 4 goal in his 1st 5 league appearance and playing pivotal role in Al Ahli’s attacking setup.

Despite the club sitting 8th in the table with 9 point after 5 round, Toney’s output has been bright spot for the reigning AFC Champions League Elite champions.

Elite numbers in front of goal

According to Opta, Toney has found the net once every 105.5 minutes in the Saudi top flight so far. He’s also registered 6 shots on target and created 3 key chance underlining his growing influence in the final 3rd.

But his most remarkable numbers come from the penalty spot. Toney has converted all 17 penalty he has taken for Al Ahli across all competitions including 11 in the Saudi Pro League maintaining 100% record that highlights his composure under pressure.

In fact he leads all players in Saudi football in penalty goals during 2025 scoring 15 time from the spot across competitions more than any other player in the league.