Sports analyst Hans Mensah has issued a blunt warning to Ghanaian football fans ahead of theFIFA World Cup 2026: prepare for a tense and highly defensive campaign — or avoid watching altogether if you have health concerns.

“If you’re a Ghanaian and you have high blood pressure, I suggest you don’t watch the games,” he said on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Tuesday (14 April). “It won’t be pretty.”

Mensah predicts that under new coach Carlos Queiroz, the Black Stars will adopt a deeply defensive approach, focusing on avoiding heavy defeats rather than attacking football.

According to him, Ghana is likely to spend long periods defending, especially against stronger opponents like England and Croatia.

“It’s going to be a low block, soaking pressure and hoping to counter,” he explained. “There won’t be many chances.”

Mensah said Ghana’s best chance of success lies in converting the few opportunities that come their way, particularly against less formidable opponents.

“Our best bet is to get a result against Panama — probably by a single goal,” he noted.

However, he warned that the overall style of play could be difficult for fans to watch, as the team prioritises structure and discipline over flair.

“The games are not going to be pretty. It will be hard to watch,” he reiterated.

Beyond tactics, Mensah highlighted deeper concerns, including a lack of leadership within the squad and limited time for the coach to instil discipline.

He concluded that while the approach may prevent heavy losses, expectations should remain realistic.

“This is about staying competitive, not dominating games,” he said.