Let's make this birthday one to remember.

31 years old (Born on May 03, 1994)

Happy Birthday, Matias Gutierrez! Another year older and still defending goals better than anyone defends cake at a birthday party. Ever since you joined the Chilean national team back in 2011, you've been blocking shots like they're unwanted friend requests—swiftly and without mercy.

From your epic tackles to those gravity-defying headers, you've given fans countless reasons to cheer (and opponents plenty of headaches). May this year bring even more success on the pitch—and fewer yellow cards off it!

Here's hoping your celebrations today are as legendary as your defensive skills. Cheers to another fantastic season ahead!