Kwakman's impressive performance has not gone unnoticed, with coach Michael Reiziger praising his development. "Kwakman has made huge steps in comparison to last year," Reiziger said. "He was already in the selection a few times last year, but this season he has really started well." Kwakman himself downplays his progress, stating, "I think you get a bit better every year."

The 20-year-old midfielder is now preparing for a crucial match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, where a win is essential for Jong Oranje. Kwakman acknowledges the pressure but remains focused on his team's task. "Our task is simply to win the game," he said. However, he also admits that he will be keeping an eye on the other match, saying, "If it's 3-0 for Norway, then I'll be a bit less worried."

Kwakman's development as a defender has been particularly notable, with him crediting his time at FC Volendam for his improvement. "I've been at Volendam for half a year, and you have to defend a lot there, so I've become strong in that area," he explained. Despite the common perception that he is not suited for defensive work, Kwakman enjoys the challenge and finds it rewarding. "I think it's great to do the defensive work and make sliding tackles. People often think I'm not good at it, but I think it's great."

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