'They're the best team in the world, we need to be perfect': Hayes wary of Barca threat ahead of CL semi-final

Emma Hayes spoke to the press ahead of Chelsea Women's second-leg Women's Champions League clash with Barcelona today.

The Blues took a 1-0 lead from the away leg against Barca but Hayes is under no illusions about the importance of protecting that lead in the second leg.

“They’re the best team in the world, I’ve said it millions of times,” said Hayes. “They know how to be in this position.

"No matter what they throw at us, Barcelona can hurt you in so many different ways.

“For us as a team, we have to be so mindful that we cannot switch off for one single second.

"This is a game that’s played in the head first and foremost. We know we have to be perfect in order to progress.”