Ivan Toney Criticizes Saudi Authorities Ahead Saudi Super Cup Final

Ivan Toney, the English striker for Al-Ahli, has publicly criticized the Saudi football authorities for what he describes as unfair and poor treatment during the Saudi Super Cup in Hong Kong. Toney highlighted that Al-Ahli was given inferior training facilities and schedules, including the worst pitch and training after other teams, which he believes reflects a broader hostility towards his team, labeling them as the "most hated" in the competition. Despite these challenges, Al-Ahli secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Al-Qadisiyah in the semi-final, with Toney scoring from the penalty spot and displaying relentless determination. The team's success has earned them a Super Cup final match against Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr, setting the stage for a high-profile showdown. Toney's remarks convey a strong underdog spirit, emphasizing that the adversity fuels their hunger and fight to win against favored opponents. This narrative frames the upcoming final as not only a contest of skill but also a battle against perceived institutional bias.