# FC Barcelona player identity confusion

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/fc-barcelona-player-identity-confusion
> Updated: 2026-09-04T19:07:41.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2.

Fans gathered at the Joan Gamper Sports City mistook Kerolin Nicoli, a player for the FC Barcelona women’s team, for the male team’s Brazilian forward, Raphinha. The misunderstanding occurred when fans confronted Kerolin’s vehicle, believing the player was ignoring them while seeking autographs and photos.

Kerolin addressed the crowd by stating, ‘I am not Raphinha, I am a woman.’ The incident drew social media attention due to the physical similarities between the two Brazilian players.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Raphinha named FC Barcelona captain for 2026-27 season

Raphinha has been named FC Barcelona's captain for the 2026-27 season, becoming the first Brazilian to hold the role. He currently leads La Liga scoring during Barcelona's perfect start to the campaign.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fc-barcelona-faces-valencia-cf-in-la-liga-clash

### 2026-09-03: Kerolin Nicoli mistaken for Raphinha by Barcelona fans

Barcelona fans mistook female player Kerolin Nicoli for male forward Raphinha while waiting for autographs at the club's training facility.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kerolin-nicoli-mistaken-for-raphinha-by-barcelona-fans

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