Let's make this birthday one to remember.

45 years old (Born on March 14, 1980)

Happy Birthday, Jason Gavin! From the green fields of Ireland to the bright lights of Premier League football, you've tackled strikers and birthdays alike with style. Middlesbrough fans still fondly recall your 31 appearances—each one a masterclass in defensive charm (and occasional panic!).

Whether gracefully intercepting passes or heroically clearing danger, your career since 1996 has been as timeless as your sense of humor. May this birthday bring you fewer yellow cards and more cake slices!

Here's to another year defending against aging with the same determination you showed on match days. Cheers to you, Jason—legendary defender and eternal crowd favorite!