Houllier focuses on Sofia game

Last updated : 25 February 2004 By Adam Bryant

"We have to keep strong and make sure what is said and what is written doesn't affect us," said the Liverpool boss.

"I have told my team that at some stage someone has to pay for our frustration.

"Tomorrow we need to get into a good position to qualify when we travel.

"They are a very consistent side in Europe, they managed to get to this stage by beating Slavia Prague.

"We have done our homework though and our scout Alex Miller has been to see them several times."