Cata Coll has become a key piece of Women's Barça. The goalkeeper, who joined the club in 2019, has earned her spot through effort and dedication. Initially in the shadow of Sandra Paños, she is now the undisputed starter and one of the most beloved players by the culé fans.
But Cata doesn't just shine between the posts. Her character and sincerity have made her a charismatic figure both on and off the field. She is one of those footballers who doesn't hide, who celebrates with passion, and who isn't afraid to say what she thinks.
A Rivalry That Is Felt
In soccer, the rivalry between Barça and Real Madrid is undeniable. In men's soccer, this rivalry has been around for decades. In women's soccer, the duel is more recent, but the tension is already evident.
Beating Madrid always has a special flavor, and for Cata Coll, that emotion goes a step further. In an interview on the program Pim Pam Llum of IB3, the goalkeeper made her feelings clear without mincing words.
"I'm more anti-Madridist than culé." Her words haven't left anyone indifferent, and she added, "It's just that Madrid makes me really angry..."
With this statement, Cata has won over the blaugrana fans even more, who applaud her dedication and love for the club. But in Madrid, it hasn't gone down well, as they consider these words a provocation.
The truth is that this statement reinforces what is already evident in every Clásico: the rivalry between these two teams is more alive than ever.
An Unfiltered Character
Cata Coll not only demonstrates her strong personality with words but also with actions. In the last classic against Espanyol, she experienced a moment of tension with the perica fans. After being hit by a beer can thrown from the stands, she replied with a gesture to silence the crowd.
Later, she explained her reaction: "They had thrown a beer can at me, and that's why I was angry."
Her direct and unfiltered character may be liked more or less, but what is clear is that Cata Coll never goes unnoticed. At Barça, they have found not only a great goalkeeper but also a leader with personality and absolute dedication.