Premier League duo Nani and Raul Meireles have been named in Portugal's squad for their upcoming Euro 2012 qualifier against Bosnia & Herzegovina.
However, Jose Bosingwa has been overlooked by manager Paolo Bento.
The Chelsea full-back, who last played for his country a year ago, was expected to make a return to the fold.
However, Joao Pereira of Sporting Lisbon and Silvio of Atletico Madrid have been called up instead.
The first leg takes place in Zenica on Friday, November 11, while the return fixture is in Lisbon four days later.
Portugal squad:
Goalkeepers: Eduardo Rui Patricio Beto
Defenders: Bruno Alves Fabio Coentrao Sereno Joao Pereira Pepe Rolando Silvio
Midfielders: Carlos Martins Joao Moutinho Miguel Veloso Raul Meireles Ruben Amorim Ruben Micael Danny
Attackers: Cristiano Ronaldo Hugo Almeida Helder Postiga Nani Nuno Gomes Ricardo Quaresma