Mariza (footballer)

Mariza Nascimento Silva (born 8 November 2001), simply known as Mariza, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Corinthians and the Brazil national team.

[1] Born in Imperatriz, Maranhão, Mariza began her career with the youth sides of local JV Lideral, before making his first team debut at the age of 15 in the 2016 Campeonato Maranhense de Futebol Feminino [pt].

In the following year, she moved to São José and returned to youth setup.

In 2018, Mariza signed for Chapecoense; initially a member of the under-18 team, she later started featuring with the main squad.

[5] Mariza represented Brazil at under-17[6] and under-20 levels,[7] before receiving her first call-up to the full side on 2 July 2024, for a training camp before the 2024 Summer Olympics.