Can't play, Won't play

So the Can't play, Won't play World Cup XI is made up of:

Andrea Pirlo

Arjen Robben

David Beckham
*David James
Didier Drogba
John Obi Mikel
José Bosingwa
Lassana Diarra
Michael Ballack
Michael Essien
Nani - was it worth it?

I would opt for a 4-5-1 formation, but given there's no recognised striker, it hard to see how this hypothetical team would progress - it has just occurred to me that Didier the Diver Drogba is a striker when he's in the mood to be.

*David James is carrying a knee injury, but because of his erudition and articulation, the senior England players have lobbied for him to start Saturday's opener against the USofA

How can he NOT be in attendance?!

Given the symbolism and magnitude of the occasion and the fact that he invested his not inconsiderable charm in bringing Africa's first World Cup to South Africa, it would be hugely disappointing if Madiba did not grace us with his presence at the opening and closing ceremonies of the tournament. Granted he's very frail now and goodness knows, he's more than earnt his right to a quiet retirement, but we would hope that Madiba has the final say on his appearance next Friday.