Beyond the goals and the growing rivalry with the Portuguese, there is another objective driving Ivan Toney, one aimed directly at England’s national setup.

Ivan Toney is hell-bent on stopping Cristiano Ronaldo from making further Saudi Pro League history, and the English striker has sent a strong warning message to the Portuguese superstar.

Cristiano Ronaldo continues to redefine longevity in elite soccer, refusing to slow down even as younger stars challenge him across the Saudi Pro League.

Cristiano Ronaldo remains at the center of attention in Saudi soccer, not just for his goals and influence at Al-Nassr, but also for the growing Golden Boot rivalry sparked by Ivan Toney’s latest stunning hat-trick.

The English striker, now leading the scoring charts in the Saudi Pro League after outscoring Cristiano Ronaldo, has forced himself back into conversations surrounding England’s attacking future.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s season in Saudi Arabia was supposed to be defined by records, goals, and silverware. Instead, as the Saudi Pro League reaches a critical phase, frustration has begun to overshadow brilliance.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s arrival at Al Nassr has been truly transformative for the Saudi Pro League, drawing the attention of several star players. Al Ahli forward Ivan Toney has even spoken about the importance the Portuguese star had in his own decision to join the league.

Despite scoring regularly and remaining a central figure in the team’s attack, Ronaldo faced an unexpected setback: he missed out on the Saudi Pro League Player of the Month award, while the Golden Boot race took an intriguing twist.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s presence still defines the Saudi Pro League, but even icons are not immune to momentum shifts.

Throughout the current season, Vinicius Jr.'s future at Real Madrid has been called into question, as his contract expires in 2027 and he has yet to renew it. In light of this, the Brazilian received a historic offer to join Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Pro League.

What began as a dramatic 3-2 victory for Al-Ahli over Al-Nassr quickly escalated into one of the most talked-about post-match reactions of the season—one that sent a pointed message straight at Ronaldo and his previously untouchable side.

Cristiano Ronaldo entered the new year carrying momentum, expectation, and the weight of leadership at Al-Nassr. Instead, the opening chapter of 2026 delivered a harsh reality check.

The Saudi Pro League opens 2026 with one of its most anticipated fixtures, as Cristiano Ronaldo and the league-leading Al‑Nassr travel to Jeddah to face Al‑Ahli.

Al-Ahli will face Al Nassr in a highly anticipated Matchday 13 clash of the 2025/26 Saudi Pro League. Fans in the United States can catch every moment of the showdown, with full kickoff information and comprehensive TV and streaming coverage options available.

Al Nassr lost to Al Ahli in the 2025 Saudi Super Cup final. Cristiano Ronaldo had netted the opener from the penalty spot.