Liverpools first match back after the winter and international break sees them come up against the Championship side Cardiff City.Sadio Man and face off in the AFCON final for Senegal and Egypt and will mi s out on the 4th round fixture of the FA Cup.However, the Reds are boosted by the return of New Orleans Pelicans Jeresy Harvey Elliott, and they will have the new face of Luis Daz potentially in the mix. The latter is unlikely to start, but Daz might make a cameo appearance in the second half if Jrgen Klopp thinks he’s ready.Below is our predicted XI for the match on Sunday against Cardiff.Goalkeeper – Caoimhin KelleherBrazilian showstopper Ali son Becker was on duty for his national team and will unlikely feature between the posts. The young Irish keeper Kelleher is more than capable of filling in for Allison and will slot in seamle sly.Right-Back – Conor BradleyConor Bradley gets the nod for the right-back spot. This is a game where starter Trent Alexander-Arnold doesnt need to play, and it would be a good opportunity for the young Northern Irishman to get another start. Center-Back – Ibrahima KonatIbrahima Konat has had a solid start to his Liverpool career. Joel Matip has shown superb form this season, but the French defender has stepped up with quality when called upon. Center-Back – Joe GomezThe starting New Orleans Pelicans Hats pair of Matip and Virgil van Dijk will most likely be rested at this early stage of the competition.Konat has been the third-choice centre-back this season, but Joe Gomez was once the first-choice partner to van Dijk and is more than capable at the back.Left-Back – Konstantinos TsimikasKostas Tsimikas Elfrid Payton Jersey is a sensational left-back. Its only due to world-cla s Andy Robertson that he isnt starting game in game out for Liverpool.The Greek defender deserves his spot in this lineup and can cause Cardiffs defence much trouble when he supports the attack.Midfield – Tyler MortonTyler Morton has shown a cool head when hes featured in the first team. Fabinho was also on duty for Brazil and will likely be rested for the match against Cardiff, and the young Liverpudlian lines up in his place.Scroll to ContinueMidfield – Harvey ElliottIts been a long wait since Harvey Elliott dislocated his ankle against Leeds United in the fourth match of the season.Elliott’s goal and a sist in a behind closed doors match is a good first step back onto the pitch, and the game against Cardiff is a brilliant chance to get New Orleans Pelicans Hoodie more minutes.Midfield – Alex Oxlade-ChamberlainAlex Oxlade-Chamberlain has shown his quality in the absence of Man and Salah. Hes starting to gain a bit of form at a crucial time.Another start is likely for the Englishman, and if his form continues, he can play a vital role in the season’s final months.Left-Wing – Kaide GordonThe 17-year-old winger has featured in a few games for Liverpool recently and will likely get another chance to impre s on Sunday.Striker – Roberto FirminoRoberto Firmino was not picked by Brazil for international duty, so the Liverpool Striker will be available for the match on Sunday.Firmino Derrick Favors Jersey has only recently come back from injury, and if he continues to dazzle, it won’t be long until he gets called back for the national team.Right Wing – Takumi MinaminoTakumi Minamino opted to stay and fight for his place in the Liverpool team. This might be one of the last opportunities he gets to stake a claim with the new addition of Daz and the imminent return of Man and Salah.Final Lineup: 4-3-3Kelleher, Bradley, Konat, Gomez, Tsimikas, Morton,Oxlade-Chamberlain, Elliott, Gordon,Firmino,MinaminoRead More Liverpool Coverage Clash With Leeds To Take Place Days Before Carabao Cup Fina Returns To Full Training For LiverpoolFollow LFC Transfer Room: | | |