Former Ghana captain John Mensah has found a new passion since retiring from football seven years ago. Mensah, who was instrumental in Ghana’s journey to the 2010 World Cup quarterfinals, now dedicates himself to spreading the word of God.

“I’m just keeping myself in the church all the time, so I’m always visiting the church because I’m not on the field anymore. That’s how I’m keeping myself cool,” John said at the Ghana Football Awards ceremony.

“My church is Resurrection Power, New Generation Church. I worship there, but my focus is on Almighty God, worshiping Him and advising my people. I also engage in evangelism to help others know God better.”

Mensah, a former defender for Sunderland, played 86 times for Ghana’s national team, scoring three goals during his international career. The 41-year-old was part of the Ghana squad that secured qualification for their first-ever World Cup in 2006.

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