This week, Chelsea captain Millie Bright told BBC Sport it was “probably the biggest game of our careers” as they aim to hold on to their narrow lead.
Barcelona have the current Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmati in their squad, as well as Alexia Putellas, who wore that crown for the previous two years.
They thrashed Chelsea in the 2021 final and narrowly beat them 2-1 on aggregate in the semi-finals last season.
Asked about managing their emotions given an exceptional first-leg victory, Hayes said: “The only person that can send me over the edge is my child.
“When I can’t manage a situation with a five-year-old, I’m a bit flustered. Being a parent is the hardest thing in the world. Being a football manager with your team is a privilege and an honour.
“I don’t think about it emotionally, I’m with my football family. I like being in the trenches with them and, as always, I look forward to watching them play tomorrow [Saturday].”
Hayes’ side are boosted by the potential return of defender Nathalie Bjorn and versatile midfielder Maren Mjelde following their recovery from injury.
Bright, who had missed five months with a knee injury, returned to the squad as an unused substitute last week and says she is “fully fit” for selection.
Barcelona had a full squad in training on Friday which means England’s Keira Walsh and Lucy Bronze could feature against on Saturday.
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