Gisseli Mariano Calixto (born 27 July 2001), simply known as Gisseli, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a left-back for Cruzeiro.
Club career Born in Praia Norte, Tocantins, Gisseli began her career with hometown side Show de Bola, a youth school set up by her grandfather. In 2016, she went on a trial in Imperatriz, Maranhão and subsequently joined JV Lideral.
After playing for Tiger Academia in the countryside of the São Paulo state, Gisseli moved to Chapecoense. On 29 August 2019, she was announced at Grêmio.
On 30 December 2020, Gisseli renewed her link with the Gurias Gremistas for a further year. On 15 December 2021, she moved to Flamengo on a one-year deal.
Gisseli was regularly used during her three-year spell at the club, scoring a career-best eight goals in the 2023 season. On 9 January 2025, she and other 12 players were presented as Cruzeiro's new signings, and was chosen as the best left-back of the season.
International career Gisseli represented Brazil at under-17 and under-20 levels.
Honours Flamengo Campeonato Carioca de Futebol Feminino: 2023, 2024 : 2023
Cruzeiro Campeonato Mineiro de Futebol Feminino: 2025
Brazil U17 South American U-17 Women's Championship: 2018
Individual Bola de Prata: 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A1 Team of the Year: 2025
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