"Justin Haak, also known as Cavani, has made a name for himself this season amongst the NYCFC faithful. A man who started as a boy with the club has now solidified himself as one of the integral men in the side. From grassroots beginnings in Bushwick to hardships finding opportunities to play, it seems Haak is finally ready to be one of the club's leaders."
"We just have a coach that decided to play me a little bit more, Haak, a former MLS Cup champion, said. It was always hard with the past coaches to play. So now, I am feeling confident. I have the trust and confidence from the staff and my teammates. As a team we are also playing great, so that helps me play well."
"Haak played a significant role in a well-fought 3-2 victory away at Sports Illustrated Stadium, against the crosstown rival New York Red Bulls in late September. In the match, Haak barely put a foot wrong defensively, helping to quell the Red Bulls' multiple comeback attempts. His offensive contribution has been notable this season. He leads all NYCFC defenders with four assists, one of which he notched in the opening two minutes of the Red Bulls' match with an inch-perfect pass to Nicolas Fernandez."
Justin Haak rose from NYCFC’s Bushwick grassroots and academy to become an integral member of the first team. Increased playing time under the current coach boosted his confidence and earned staff and teammate trust. Haak has been defensively reliable, helping stifle comeback attempts in key matches such as a 3-2 win over the New York Red Bulls. He leads all NYCFC defenders with four assists and created an early opener with an inch-perfect pass to Nicolas Fernandez. Haak’s combination of defensive solidity and playmaking positions him as a potential leader for a playoff run and a candidate for higher recognition.
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