Former Ea Lla Koto star builds on new career in USA
by Lukhanyo Mtuta · KickOffFormer Free State Stars defender Jonathan Mensah has found himself in a very different role after calling time on his football career.
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The Ghanaian spent several years playing professionally, building a career that saw him represent clubs in Ghana, South Africa, Europe and Major League Soccer.
Mensah is now turning his attention to a passion he has developed away from the football pitch.
The former Ghana international has ventured into sports photography, putting his eye for detail to use from behind the camera.
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Operating under JM Photography, Mensah has already been capturing football action in the United States.
His work has included international football, with the former defender recently photographing the Ecuador versus Guatemala friendly.
The move marks an interesting chapter for a player who once spent his time trying to stop goals rather than capture the moments that produce them.
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Mensah began his professional career in Ghana before joining Free State Stars, where he made his name in South Africa.
He went on to enjoy a successful career in Major League Soccer and became a key figure for Ghana, earning 70 caps and representing the Black Stars at the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups.
Now, the former centre-back is building a new career by documenting the sport he knows best — this time through a camera lens.