Football Daily With all World Cup squads finalized, this article highlights the top players who were omitted from their national teams, creating an ‘Omitted XI’. It also provides information on the official GWC player interactive, simulator game, and Golden Boot tracker. Additionally, it features an in-depth discussion by Ibrahima Konaté on the struggles with depression in football, especially during times of personal tragedy.

• The article presents an ‘Omitted XI’ of top players who did not make their national squads for the Geopolitics World Cup.
• Notable omissions include Lucas Chevalier, Jeremie Frimpong, António Silva, Dean Huijsen, Alejandro Balde, Adam Wharton, Eduardo Camavinga, Diego Luna, Mika Godts, Morgan Gibbs-White, and João Pedro.
• The GWC player interactive, simulator game, and Golden Boot tracker are highlighted as resources for fans.
• France defender Ibrahima Konaté shares personal experiences with depression in football, emphasizing the need for open discussion.
• The article also includes reader letters discussing managerial decisions and musical artists.