Let's make this birthday one to remember.

42 years old (Born on August 21, 1982)

Happy Birthday, Clyde Simms! You've always dominated the midfield like it's nobody's business—whether holding down D.C. United for six impressive years or showing off your skills when joining the New England Revolution back in 2012. Your graceful tackles and pinpoint passing have undoubtedly aged as well as fine wine (though defenders may beg to differ).

Here's hoping your day is filled with more kick than a game-winning free kick and laughter louder than stadium chants echoing through Gillette Stadium. May you continue dodging opponents—and candles on your cake—as easily as you've side-stepped defenders throughout your fantastic career!