13 players most regrettably absent from the 2026 World Cup.

(NLĐO) - Despite FIFA allowing an increase in the number of registered players, many stars will still be absent from the biggest event on the planet - the 2026 World Cup.

FIFA has increased the number of players allowed to register for the World Cup to 26, yet many stars are still unable to participate in the biggest football event on the planet.

The 13 strikers absent from the biggest football tournament on the planet are: Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, Harry Maguire, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Eduardo Camavinga, Jeremie Frimpong, Dean Huijsen, Mateus Fernandes, Franco Mastantuono, Paulo Dybala, João Pedro, Luis Suarez, and Tanner Tessmann.

The England squad has been the subject of controversy as manager Thomas Tuchel has dropped a number of key players. Cole Palmer and Phil Foden were both left out after a disappointing season in which they failed to make an impact for the "Three Lions". In addition, Harry Maguire and Trent Alexander-Arnold were also absent from the squad traveling to North America.

Real Madrid midfielder Camavinga was not called up to the French national team due to injury and form.

France surprised many by not calling up Eduardo Camavinga. Once considered the future of "Les Bleus"' midfield, the Real Madrid midfielder has lost his place due to injuries and inconsistent form.

In the Netherlands national team, Jeremie Frimpong was dropped by coach Ronald Koeman due to persistent fitness issues. Meanwhile, Spain did not include young central defender Dean Huijsen despite his recent move to Real Madrid.

Portuguese midfielder Mateus Fernandes also missed out on the World Cup despite a standout season at West Ham. Manager Roberto Martinez prioritized more experienced options.

Argentina left many disappointed by the absence of young talent Franco Mastantuono and striker Paulo Dybala. Neither was able to compete for a place in coach Lionel Scaloni's deep squad.

In Brazil, the most controversial decision belonged to Carlo Ancelotti when he left out Joao Pedro. The Chelsea striker had just scored 20 goals and was voted the team's best player last season, but still didn't get a place in the World Cup squad.

South America also witnessed the absence of Luis Suarez. Despite maintaining a good goal-scoring record for Inter Miami, Uruguay's greatest goalscorer in history is not in coach Marcelo Bielsa's plans.

Meanwhile, the US team will be without midfielder Tanner Tessmann due to a muscle injury sustained towards the end of the season. This is considered the most regrettable absence on coach Mauricio Pochettino's roster.

Personnel decisions always spark debate before each World Cup, and 2026 is no exception, as many famous stars will be watching the tournament from the sidelines.

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