After scoring a try on his international debut, Botta was called up to represent the Pumas in the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
He played at Belgrano Athletic Club at the Nacional de Clubes. He moved to Stade Français, returning afterwards to Belgrano Athletic Club.
Santiago now plays his club rugby for Jaguares in Super Rugby, he played on 14 occasions during the 2017 season with the Argentinian-club.
He was included in Daniel Hourcade's squad for the November Tests against England, Italy & Ireland.
By the end of 2018, Botta had racked up 33 appearances for Los Pumas.
In March he signed a deal with Harlequins and joined the side after the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Career
Stade Francais Loosehead Prop |
2014 - 2015 | |
Argentina XV Loosehead Prop |
2018 - 2018 | |
Jaguares Loosehead Prop |
2015 - 2019 | |
Argentina Loosehead Prop |
2015 - 2019 | |
Harlequins Loosehead Prop |
2019 - 2024 |