Saudi Gazette report
HONG KONG — Al-Ahli’s English ahead Ivan Toney has set his sights firmly on lifting the Saudi Tremendous Cup when his aspect face Al Nassr in Saturday’s ultimate at Hong Kong Worldwide Stadium.
Talking on the eve of the title conflict, Toney underlined the gamers’ dedication to start the season with silverware.
“We’re excited to play this match. Because the coach stated, we wish to win the title firstly of the season,” he informed reporters.
The showdown may also see Toney go head-to-head with Nassr defender Mohamed Simakan, a battle he expects to be intense.
“It will likely be a passionate contest as all the time towards him. He’s a fighter, and we’ll see that on the pitch,” Toney stated.
Al-Ahli’s build-up in Hong Kong has been removed from clean, however Toney insisted these challenges solely sharpened the staff’s resolve.
“The preparations have been loopy. We skilled after the opposite three groups, when the pitch was at its worst. It seems like nobody needs us to win, however that fireplace solely pushes us more durable to take the trophy,” he defined.
As for his private function, the England worldwide confused that staff success outweighs particular person glory.
“Scoring objectives or offering assists doesn’t matter if we don’t win. The one factor that issues tomorrow is lifting the trophy,” he stated.
