Toney makes Saudi debut in draw with Ronaldo's team

Former Premier League duo Cristiano Ronaldo and Ivan Toney are now Saudi Pro League rivals. Getty Images

Riyadh, September 14 — England striker Ivan Toney made his debut for Saudi club Al-Ahli as they drew 1-1 with Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr.

The 28-year-old joined Al-Ahli from Brentford for £40m on 31 August - and started their first game since then, playing the full 90 minutes.

Among his team-mates are ex-Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino, former Manchester City winger Riyad Mahrez and ex-Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy.

Franck Kessie, once of AC Milan and Barcelona, scored the opening goal for Toney's side with a fantastic strike from the edge of the box.

But a Bassam al Hurayji own goal deep into injury time gave Al-Nassr a point.

Before the game Al-Nassr fans unveiled a tifo celebrating Ronaldo's 900th career goal, scored for Portugal in the recent international break.

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 900th goal in Portugal's win over Croatia - and 901st against Scotland. Getty Images