Sep 13, 2016; Frisco, TX, USA; A view of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup trophy before the game between FC Dallas and the New England Revolution at Toyota Stadium. FC Dallas defeats the New England Revolution 4-2 to win the U.S. Open Cup. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

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San Antonio FC brings a nine-game USL conference unbeaten streak to Conroe, Texas. They take on U.S. Open Cup unknowns Houston Dutch Lions, whose players should worry the visitors a bit.

The home Houston Dutch Lions shocked seasoned Open Cup players NTX Rayados 3-1 last week and stand ready to do so again to San Antonio FC Wednesday.

With a squad of overachiever ex-college players, the Lions want any pro scouts in the stands knowing they can stand tall against USL pros. This promises a dangerous pitch for San Antonio.

Houston Dutch Lions

National Premier Soccer League

Last Time Out: 3-1 over NTX Rayados in first round Open Cup play. The Lions said the visitors’ score, an own goal, came from their lack of early season chemistry. They got over it fast.

3-1 over NTX Rayados in first round Open Cup play. The Lions said the visitors’ score, an own goal, came from their lack of early season chemistry. They got over it fast. Player to Watch Out For: F Jose Pablo Covarrubias leads a ferocious attack. He posted a goal and assist in the first round game.

F Jose Pablo Covarrubias leads a ferocious attack. He posted a goal and assist in the first round game. Why They Win: They catch a pro opponent thinking this is like practice.

They catch a pro opponent thinking this is like practice. Why They Won’t: San Antonio’s keeper wakes the team up after they spot the Lions the first goal.

Predicted Lineup:

Predicted lineup for Houston Dutch Lions in US Open Cup: pic.twitter.com/kFTm513i4F — Chuck Wharton (@chuckx777) May 8, 2017

San Antonio FC

United Soccer League (USL)

Last Time Out: 0-0 Draw against Seattle Sounders 2, maintaining first place in USL Western Conference.

0-0 Draw against Seattle Sounders 2, maintaining first place in USL Western Conference. Player to Watch Out For: M Pecka is a plus-90% passing accuracy artist who keeps the team in the goal hunt no matter what.

M Pecka is a plus-90% passing accuracy artist who keeps the team in the goal hunt no matter what. Why They Win: They start out strong and confound the Lions midfield attack. Wearing the Lions out early wins the match.

They start out strong and confound the Lions midfield attack. Wearing the Lions out early wins the match. Why They Won’t: They spot the Lions two goals before they realize this game might mean something.

Predicted Lineup:

Predicted San Antonio FC lineup vs. Houston Dutch Lions this Wednesday. U.S. Open Cup play. pic.twitter.com/nCUQs0NYxF — Chuck Wharton (@chuckx777) May 16, 2017

Predicted Score:

HOUSTON Dutch Lions 3 SAN ANTONIO FC 2