BREAKING: Salim Adams, Kelvin Nkrumah and Razak Simpson Set for Black Stars Call-Up Ahead of Mexico Friendly

By Emmanuel Austin Baah On Apr 18, 2026

Salim Adams, Kelvin Nkrumah and Razak Simpson are reportedly in line for call-ups to the Ghana national team ahead of next month’s international friendly against Mexico.

The Black Stars are expected to face the World Cup co-hosts in May as part of their preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, with the fixture set to provide a stern test for Otto Addo’s side.

The anticipated inclusion of the three players signals Ghana’s intention to strengthen the squad with fresh talent and reward consistent performances at club level. Their selection would also offer the technical team an opportunity to assess new options before the global showpiece begins.

Mexico, who will jointly host the 2026 World Cup alongside the United States and Canada, are expected to provide high-quality opposition in what promises to be an entertaining contest.

For Ghana, the match represents more than just a friendly. It will be a valuable chance to fine-tune tactics, build momentum and sharpen match fitness as preparations intensify for football’s biggest tournament.

Supporters will now be eagerly awaiting the official squad announcement, with excitement already building around the possible debuts of Salim Adams, Kelvin Nkrumah and Razak Simpson in Black Stars colours.

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Emmanuel Austin Baah

My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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Emmanuel Austin Baah

My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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