UNITED IN DO OR DIE BATTLE 29 October 2009 After registering a much need victory against Mpumalanga Black Aces, Maritzburg United will be going in search of 3 more valuable points when they take on Free State Stars at their Woodburn fortress on Saturday the 31st October.

The encounter is scheduled for an 20H00 kick-off.

It is vital for the “Team of Choice” to secure maximum points from this game to make an assault on their Top Eight ambitions.

Both teams are in search of points to consolidate their log status and will treat this game with great importance. With no injuries reported and a clean bill of health, Coach Gordon Igesund will look to send his best soldiers to win this battle.

“Last night’s win was important for us all, the players showed great character and the score-line flattered Aces” Said Brand Manager Younus Kadodia.

"That is now behind us and the Free State Stars game is now our focus. We are aware that they are a dangerous team and will pose a few problems. But we are ready and aware only a win will keep our fans happy and more importantly restart our climb up the log”, added Kadodia.

Stars also have seemed to have got their campaign off the ground, and with their former coach back at the helm will also be a threat and cannot not be taken for granted.

They are a useful side and their current log status cannot gauge their performance. They have an excellent team and also looking for a top eight finish.

United are aware the importance of this game and will be going out positively end the last home game this month.

Gates to the stadium will be open against Free State Stars at 18h00 and Tickets are available at the offices of Maritzburg United in Victoria Road, RETACO offices in Burg Street and Supersave Super Market in Retief Street.

Purchase of a match day ticket from the clubs offices will entitle supporters to a 20% discount on replica jersey’s.