Let's make this birthday one to remember.

46 years old (Born on April 02, 1978)

Happy Birthday, Eddie Robinson! You're the soccer legend who made defending look easy—though we suspect opponents might disagree. Your fearless tackles and rock-solid presence on Houston Dynamo's backline earned you championships and a permanent spot in fans' hearts. Rumor has it forwards still wake up sweating from nightmares of your perfectly timed slide tackles.

As another year kicks off for you, may your celebrations be as epic as that unforgettable MLS Cup victory in 2006—or at least less exhausting than chasing down speedy strikers all day long. Here's to more laughs, fewer yellow cards, and endless victories ahead!