More lead up to the game

Chicago Fire

Open Cup Form: This is the Fire's first game in the Open Cup this season. However, the Fire have not won in their past four games.
League Leaders: Cuathemoc Blanco (T-3rd in MLS assists with 6); Jon Busch (1st in MLS Goals Against Average (0.85), 1st in Saves (64), 2nd in GK shutouts (5))

Cleveland City Stars

Open Cup Form: 2-1 vs. Michigan Bucks (PDL), 2-0 aet vs. Minnesota Thunder (USL-1)
League Leaders: Sallieu Bundu (3rd in goals scored with 5, 4th in shots with 27); Adriano Souza (4th in assists with 3, 4th in shots with 27); Dana McGregor (4th in assists with 3); Hunter Gilstrap (4th in GAA with 0.83); Eric Reed (3rd in GAA with 0.71, 4th in shutouts with 4)

Keys to Victory
1. Don't be intimidated
2. Stay organized defensively
3. Don't be afraid to take shots!