John Pantsil to partner Awal Mohammed in Central defense for Mariztburg against Pretoria University

Ghanaian duo John Pantsil and Awal Mohammed are expected to partner in central defense ahead of Maritzburg United's clash against Pretoria University.

Pantsil, who is a right back will be forced to play in central defense alongside his compatriot following the suspension of Kwanda Mngonyama.

The two Ghanaian internationals are expected to marshal the United defence ahead of their home game at the Harry Gwala Stadium in Pietermaritzburg.

The game was expected to take place on Friday but has been postponed to next Wednesday due to the funeral of late South African captain Senzo Meyiwa.

Steve Komphela's Team of Choice host a struggling University of Pretoria before they welcome former coach Ernst Middendorp and his erratic Bloemfontein Celtic.

Sitting third on the PSL log at the moment, having scored more goals than anybody else in the league, the prospect of collecting six points from these next two home matches is one that has the potential to both motivate and intimidate United.