Because of this:
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Originally Posted by Wikipedia
Limitations of Wake-on-LAN Magic Packets
A standard magic packet has the following basic limitations:
* Requires destination computer MAC address (also may require a SecureOn password)
* Does not provide a delivery confirmation
* May not work outside of the local (or the local segment of the) network
* Require hardware support of Wake-On-LAN on destination computer
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Wikipedia: Wake On Lan
Basically the WoL packet can't be passed from network to network (ie over the internet).