Let's make this birthday one to remember.

41 years old (Born on March 08, 1984)

Happy Birthday, Rio Mavuba! The midfield maestro who danced effortlessly through opponents since joining Lille in 2008—after a brief Spanish siesta at Villarreal. Your moves on the pitch were smoother than French cheese and more delightful to watch than tourists trying escargot for the first time.

From your debut with France's national team back in 2004, you've shown us that age is just a number—but class lasts forever. May this birthday bring you as much joy as fans felt watching you orchestrate victories from midfield. Keep smiling; after all these years of running circles around rivals, you've earned it!