Let's make this birthday one to remember.

50 years old (Born on December 01, 1974)

Happy Birthday, Costinha! The man who made defensive midfield look cooler than sunglasses indoors. Porto fans still toast your legendary Champions League triumph in 2004—rumor has it Mourinho secretly keeps a framed photo of you tackling opponents on his bedside table.

And let's not forget the unforgettable run at the 2006 World Cup with Portugal; your calm presence and sharp tackles were smoother than Ronaldo's hair gel. Retirement suits you well, but we know you're probably still intercepting birthday cakes before anyone else gets a slice. Cheers to another year of greatness—and may no yellow cards spoil today's celebrations!