After battling out a 1-1 draw in the mud in Bucharest, Houllier is much happier to be back at Anfield.
"The two teams are very technical and will enjoy playing on a good pitch," said Houllier.
"They knocked Southampton out in the UEFA Cup. That tells us a lot about their quality.
"Even they will probably enjoy the quality of our pitch, but I think it will be an exciting game and a good challenge."
Will we beat Steaua Bucharest?