NIGERIA, Jan. 4 -- STRIKER Victor Osimhen has sent a bold message to Nigerias Africa Cup of Nations rivals, saying the Super Eagles can ‘trample on any team in their quest to end the countrys 13-year wait for continental glory.

Nigerias commanding 3-1 victory over Uganda on Tuesday, with a largely second string lineup, sealed a perfect record of three wins from three group stage matches, only the fourth time Nigeria would reach that landmark in 20 Afcon participations.

That group phase performance, which also included wins over Tunisia and Tanzania, also firmly established the Super Eagles credentials as one of the tournaments most dangerous sides, according to the Galatasaray forward.

“Yes, I would count my country as one ...