Mikaël Roche

Mikaël Roche (born 24 December 1982) is a footballer from Papeete, Tahiti, who plays as a goalkeeper for A.S. Central Sport.

Roche started his career with local club AS Jeunes before moving to France to play for AS Monaco reserve team in 2000.

He moved to ROS Menton in the following year, staying with the team until 2005, later transferring to US Marseille Endoume.

[2] Roche made his debut for the Tahiti in 2011 and was the starting goalkeeper at 2012 OFC Nations Cup before losing his starting place to Xavier Samin after the first two matches, as the team won the competition for the first time.

On 20 June 2013, he conceded ten goals against Spain in the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup, he however was considered a hero during this match and won the support of the Brazilian fans.