Let's make this birthday one to remember.

39 years old (Born on January 16, 1986)

Happy Birthday, Brandon McDonald! From your early days with the LA Galaxy to anchoring defenses at San Jose Earthquakes and DC United, you've always known how to kick it—literally. Your tackles were tougher than Monday mornings and more reliable than stadium hot dogs.

When you joined Real Salt Lake in 2013, fans knew they'd scored big-time (pun intended). Whether blocking shots or making forwards reconsider their career choices mid-game, your defensive skills have been legendary. Here's hoping this birthday is as epic as that time you effortlessly shut down attackers—and may all life's penalties go wide today!