Let's make this birthday one to remember.

53 years old (Born on July 14, 1971)

Happy Birthday, Howard Webb! May your celebrations be as decisive and confident as your legendary calls on the pitch. You've shown us all how to handle pressure—especially when millions of passionate fans are convinced you're wrong (even though you rarely were). Your whistle has silenced stadiums, sparked debates, and occasionally made grown players plead innocence like kids caught stealing cookies.

From officiating the intense 2010 World Cup Final to earning respect across Premier League grounds worldwide—you've truly set a high bar for referees everywhere. Here's hoping today brings fewer yellow cards and more cake slices. Cheers to you!