Happy birthday! Arjen Robben turns 42 today

The iconic and legendary footballer turns 42 on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.

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Arjen Robben is celebrating his 42nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed footballers of his generation.

Popular footballer Arjen Robben has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 42nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Robben, a cultural icon

Born in Bedum on January 23, 1984, Arjen Robben's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Dutch history. Robben's not just a great footballer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Arjen hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Arjen Robben as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 42.

Happy Birthday, Arjen, you're the best!

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