The World Cup Qualifiers took place over the last week, leaving a number of teams clammering for their passports whilst others will be sulking in front of the television come November.
While this year’s tournaments will feature some of the biggest stars in the world, there are unfortunately still a long list of huge names that have missed out on a place in Qatar.
It is disappointing that we won’t be able to witness them on the world’s biggest stage after having the joy of watching them in the Premier League, Champions League and others.
Here are 13 of the best players that haven’t qualified for the 2022 World Cup...
5. Dejan Kulusevski - Sweden
Kulusevski has enjoyed a brilliant start to 2022 following his move to Tottenham, however the 21-year-old will be disappointed it won’t end in Qatar. | Getty Images
6. Wilfried Zaha - Ivory Coast
Wilfried Zaha’s Ivory Coast were knocked out of the World Cup Qualifiers by Cameroon in November. The Crystal Palace is yet to make it to the tournament. | Getty Images
7. James Rodriguez - Colombia
Rodriguez career seems to be have gone downhill since he shone for Colombia at the 2014 World Cup and will now be unable to impress at his third successive tournament. | Getty Images
8. Kelechi Iheanacho - Nigeria
Nigeria were beaten by Ghana on penalties as they failed to qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 2006. | Getty Images