I think it's fairly obvious to anyone who knows their football how much England missed Beckham's commitment during McLaren's reign.
It's worth remembering that he's still one of the best passers of the ball in the world too.
I reckon he makes a far better role model for the younger players in the squad than pricks like Terry or fat Fwank as well.
He's been left out of the squad because he's not fully match fit.