Let's make this birthday one to remember.

59 years old (Born on August 17, 1965)

Happy birthday, Andy Hessenthaler! You've tackled, dribbled, and passed your way through more clubs than most of us have had birthday cakes. From Charlton Athletic's gritty midfield to Watford's reliable feet and Dover Athletic’s heroics—your presence made every season brighter (and opponents slightly annoyed).

Incredibly timeless midfielders age like fine wine—and just as feisty too! Your passion on the pitch was legendary; fans still recall your dynamism as if it were yesterday. May your special day be filled with fewer yellow cards and many well-deserved slices of cake. Keep tackling those birthdays with the same energy you once tackled defenders!