Attacking midfielder John Chibuike is delighted that Rosenborg have qualified for the second round of the Europa League.

The Scandinavia powerhouse easily defeated Northern Irish team Crusaders 7 - 2 on Thursday, with Chibuike on target in the 35th and 51st minute of the encounter.

''We showed our class tonight (Thursday, ed) and there are several quality players in our squad.

''On a personal level, I am disappointed I missed scoring a hat - trick but happy we are through to the next round.

''We have another important game on Sunday against Odd Grenland and I'm looking forward to giving my team three points,'' the ex Hacken star told allnigeriasoccer.com.

24 - year - old John Chibuike has scored 4 goals in his last three games in all competitions.