Let's make this birthday one to remember.

40 years old (Born on September 07, 1984)

Happy Birthday, Miranda! You're the only center back who can tackle aging as gracefully as you tackled strikers since your São Paulo days. From dominating Brazilian pitches to joining Atlético Madrid in 2011, you've always defended with style—making attackers reconsider their career choices.

Since debuting for Brazil in 2009, you've shown that age is just a number—much like the countless forwards you've left frustrated and goal-less. May your birthday be filled with fewer yellow cards and more cake slices. Keep defending birthdays like you defend goals: effortlessly and timelessly! Cheers to another year of legendary tackles and laughter!