In a thrilling match in the Saudi Pro League, Al-Ahli triumphed over Al-Najma with a resounding 4-1 victory, thanks to an impressive hat-trick by English striker Ivan Toney. The game featured dramatic twists, including a surprising goal from Al-Najma's Lazaro Vinicius in the 27th minute, which initially put Al-Ahli at a disadvantage. Toney had a chance to equalize with a penalty in the 37th minute but missed, leaving fans anxious as the first half ended in uncertainty.

The second half saw a remarkable turnaround for Al-Ahli as Valencian Atangana netted the equalizer, reviving hopes for the team. The match shifted dramatically when Al-Najma's Filipe Cardoso was sent off in the 58th minute, allowing Toney to redeem himself and score three goals in quick succession (in the 69th minute, the end of regular time, and injury time). With this victory, Al-Ahli climbed to 53 points, joining Al-Hilal at the top of the league table and setting the stage for an exciting title race as the season progresses.

This match highlighted Toney's critical role in Al-Ahli's campaign as he reasserted his position as the league's top scorer. The victory not only boosts the morale of the team but also intensifies the competition for the championship as both teams vie for supremacy in the ongoing Saudi Pro League.