The Saudi Pro League has become a global football destination, captivating fans across the Middle East and beyond. Each matchweek delivers drama and surprises as traditional powerhouses like Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad, and Al-Ahli battle ambitious challengers. After Al-Nassr clinched the 2025-2026 title, the new season promises even fiercer competition, especially in the race for the Golden Boot.
Leading the Pack: Early Pace-Setters
As the 2026-2027 campaign unfolds, several strikers have already made their mark. Ivan Toney of Al-Ahli tops the charts with four goals, showcasing his clinical finishing. Hot on his heels, a cluster of players share second place with three goals each, including Moussa Dembélé (Al-Ettifaq), Steven Bergwijn (Al-Ittihad), Teddy Oko (Al-Riyadh), Alexandre Lacazette (Al-Neom), and others.
Three-Goal Contenders
- Moussa Dembélé – Al-Ettifaq
- Steven Bergwijn – Al-Ittihad
- Teddy Oko – Al-Riyadh
- Alexandre Lacazette – Al-Neom
- Julien Dominguez – Al-Kholood
- Iker Cortajarena – Al-Kholood
- Mateo Retegui – Al-Qadsiah
- Sergej Milinković-Savić – Al-Hilal
Notable Names in the Two-Goal Group
Cristiano Ronaldo and several Al-Nassr teammates are among a large group on two goals. Ronaldo’s pursuit of another scoring title remains a major storyline. He is joined by Sadio Mané, João Félix, and Angelo Gabriel, all of whom have contributed to Al-Nassr’s attacking output. Al-Hilal’s Ruben Neves and Sultan Mandesh also feature, alongside other familiar faces like Abdulrazzaq Hamdallah (Al-Taawoun) and Darwin Núñez (Al-Diriyah).
Other Two-Goal Scorers
- Abdulilah Al-Amri (Al-Nassr)
- Samo Costa (Al-Nassr)
- Mohammed Abu Al-Shamat (Al-Qadsiah)
- Abdulaziz Al-Duwaihi (Al-Hazem)
- Lazar (Al-Fayha)
- Crescendo Samervil (Al-Hilal)
- Hugo Mora (Al-Fayha)
- Julian Quinones (Al-Qadsiah)
One-Goal Contributors and Emerging Talents
A long list of players have opened their accounts with a single goal. This group includes high-profile stars like Karim Benzema and Malcom of Al-Hilal, as well as Yannick Carrasco and Roger Martínez of Al-Shabab. Young talents and lesser-known names also feature, reflecting the league’s depth. Notable mentions include Said Benrahma (Al-Neom), Tijani Reijnders (Al-Qadsiah), and Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet (Al-Riyadh).
Selected One-Goal Scorers
- Karim Benzema – Al-Hilal
- Malcom – Al-Hilal
- Yannick Carrasco – Al-Shabab
- Said Benrahma – Al-Neom
- Roger Martínez – Al-Shabab
- Moussa Dembélé’s teammate Ryan Messi – Al-Ettifaq
- Théo Hernandez – Al-Hilal
- Ollie Watkins – Al-Hilal
- Michy Batshuayi – Abha
Outlook for the Golden Boot Race
With the season still in its early stages, the scoring chart remains fluid. Ivan Toney’s early lead could be challenged by the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and other established marksmen. The presence of multiple scorers across top clubs suggests a tightly contested race that will likely extend to the final matchday. Fans can expect more twists as the campaign progresses.