Santiago Cañizares was born on 12 December 1969 in Madrid, Spain. He has been married to Mayte García since 5 July 2008. They have four children. He was previously married to Marina.
Goalkeeper for Real Madrid Castilla (1989-90), Elche CF (1990-91), CP Mérida (1991-92), R.C. Celta Vigo (1992-94), Real Madrid (1994-98) and Valencia C.F. (1998-08).