In a thrilling season of the Roshn Saudi League (RSL), two strikers—Julian Quinones and Ivan Toney—are locked in a fierce battle for the coveted Golden Boot. With 24 goals each, the duo is striving to surpass Cristiano Ronaldo’s hold on the title. This competition is not only about personal accolades but could also influence their teams’ chances for the league championship.
Season Overview
Both players joined the RSL for the 2024-25 season, each making an impressive debut by scoring over 20 goals. As of now, with 25 games completed in the 2025-26 season, Toney slightly leads with a total of 47 career goals in the league, while Quinones has netted 44.
Current Performance Statistics
- Goals: Quinones – 24, Toney – 24
- Assists: Toney – 9, Quinones – 7
Despite their equal goal count this season, Toney has been more crucial to Al Ahli. His goals account for nearly 50% of the team’s total, which stands at 49—making Al Ahli the lowest-scoring team in the top four. The next highest scorer on his team, Riyad Mahrez, has only four goals.
Quinones, playing for Al Qadsiah, benefits from the presence of his teammate Mateo Retegui, who has also excelled with 15 goals so far. This partnership has allowed Al Qadsiah to become one of the top offensive teams, boasting 59 goals this season.
Influence and Team Dynamics
At Al Ahli, Toney plays as the central figure in either a 4-2-3-1 or a 4-3-3 formation, receiving support primarily from wingers who assist rather than score. Conversely, Quinones operates in a more collaborative offense, sharing the goal-scoring burden with Retegui. Under their new coach Brendan Rodgers, who took over in December, Al Qadsiah has performed exceptionally well, with Quinones contributing significantly to their scoring output.
Key Comparisons
- Conversion Rates: Toney – 33%, Quinones – 25%
- Big Chances Created: Both players have created five.
- Overall Chances Created: Toney – 16, Quinones – 13.
- Penalty Goals: Toney – 8, Quinones – 1.
The upcoming clash in Matchweek 26 pits Al Qadsiah against Al Ahli, setting the stage for an electrifying encounter. This match is pivotal not only for the clubs but also for Quinones and Toney, both aiming to establish themselves as the season’s top scorer and make an impact ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
