Queensland Lions compete in the NPL, a full division above Holland Park Hawks, establishing a clear quality gap before a ball is kicked.

The hosts have historically controlled this matchup, securing five wins from their six previous head-to-head encounters.

Holland Park Hawks arrive with a significant disadvantage in match sharpness, having not played competitively in over two weeks due to a postponed league fixture.

Attacking output remains a strong point for the Lions, who frequently overwhelm lower-tier defenses and have recorded multiple high-scoring performances this season.

While the Hawks scored seven in their last cup outing against weaker opposition, facing a top-flight state side demands a level of defensive discipline they have struggled to maintain on the road.