Ronaldo, Benzema, Malcolm Lead Scoring Charts in the Saudi League As Mitrovic Closes in

• The competition for the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot Award continues
• Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Aleksandar Mitrovic are vying for the prize
• Sports Brief takes a look at the leading goalscorer in the Saudi League

The Saudi Pro League experienced a surge in popularity during the early summer as Europe's elite football stars flocked to join the competition.

Fans are closely monitoring the unfolding events, particularly those involving top-tier players from major European clubs.

One act that is a focal point of fan interest is the Golden Boot race. The charge towards clinching the prize has been one that has kept many on the edge of their seats, and Sports Brief takes a look at the list of the leading goalscorers of the Saudi Pro League.

Cristiano Ronaldo — Al-Nassr

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The 38-year-old, who has been on stellar form since the start of the 2023/24 season, currently leads the Saudi Pro League goalscorers chart.

According to statistics courtesy of Fotmob, The Portuguese international has found the back of the net 15 times in addition to seven assists in 14 appearances since the start of the season.

Ronaldo will look to extend his lead when his side squares off against Al Riyadh.

Aleksandar Mitrovic — Al-Hilal

The 29-year-old Serbian striker has been a revelation for Jorge Jesus’ side since his transfer from Premier League club Fulham. Mitrovic has found the back of the net 13 times in as many appearances, according to data courtesy of Whoscored and has also added three assists to his brilliant start to his Saudi League career.

Georges-Kevin N’Koudou — Damac FC

The Cameroonian forward is having himself a brilliant season overall. Despite featuring for a side below par of Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr and Mitrovic’s Al-Hilal.

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The 28-year-old has found the back of the net 11 times for Damac FC and has also provided four assists for his side.

Karim Benzema — Al Itttihad

The 2022 Ballon d’Or winner wasn’t going to be left out of the list of those vying for the Golden Boot prize. Despite the evident struggle of Benzema and Al Ittihad under former manager Nuno Espirito Santo, Benzema has racked up nine goals in his first 13 appearances for the club. The former Real Madrid man also has four assists to his name.

Malcom Oliveira — Al-Hilal

Wrapping up the top five list is the 26-year-old former Zenit St Petersburg star Malcom Oliveira. Despite not playing closest to the goal, the Brazilian has been involved in 13 goals in his 15 appearances this season, scoring nine times and providing four assists for Jorge Jesus' side, according to Fotmob's report.

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Karim Benzema is proving why he was a crucial signing for Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League.

The French striker recently netted his first hat-trick for his new team in a victory over Abha.

Benzema scored three goals and provided an assist in a 4-2, Sports Brief recently reported.