World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Saudi Arabia | — | — | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Cabo Verde | — | — | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Spain | — | — | 0 | 0 |
Santiago Mele has taken an unconventional path to the Uruguay squad, spending formative years in Turkish lower-division football before establishing himself in South America with stints at Plaza Colonia, Unión Santa Fe, and Junior in Colombia. His move to Monterrey in 2025 represents his highest-profile club posting yet. As third-choice goalkeeper behind Sergio Rochet and the veteran Fernando Muslera, Mele's role in this squad is primarily depth — but his journey through diverse football cultures has produced a goalkeeper with adaptability and composure that belies his relatively modest club profile.
Montevideo, Uruguay · 1997-09-06
Career
Monterrey2025 – present
Junior2023 – 2024
Union Santa Fe2022
Plaza Colonia2020 – 2021
Ankaraspor2018 – 2019
Ankaragücü2017
Fenix2013 – 2016Frequently asked questions
How old is Santiago Mele?
Santiago Mele is 28 years old (born 1997-09-06).
What club does Santiago Mele play for?
Santiago Mele plays for Monterrey and represents Uruguay.
What position does Santiago Mele play?
Santiago Mele plays as a Goalkeeper, wearing #12.
How has Santiago Mele performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Santiago Mele has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at the 2026 World Cup.