Goosen opts for the line from the penalty. Racing's pack use the driving maul to great effect off the line out and Lacombe goes over for another try. Goosen fails to convert. The gap has been opened up yet again.

Racing go over for the try, but after a video analysis the try was disallowed. Henry Chavancy went over but dropped the ball; he didn't plant it.

Racing Metro have begun the half strong and force their way into Brive's 22. Dumoulin is stopped just a metre short of the try line!

Half time at the Stade Olympique and it is Racing metro that have taken a commanding lead! The home side have controlled the game for the most part, but Brive began to edge their way in as the half progressed. It is certain that both teams will come out in the second half looking for the win! Stay tuned for live updates of the second half.

Swanepoel attempts to close the gap again and goes for goal. The gap has been closed slightly.

Van der Merwe powers over for a try! Racing stole the ball from a Brive lineout and force their way over to open to gap up to 22-7.

Brice Dulin makes a 'mark' and plays it quickly, putting Brive under pressure as Racing continue to attack.

For the second time in this match, Goosen has hit the post!

Brive penalised at the scrum. Goosen is opting for the posts.

A giant kick by Goosen sets Brive back from Racing's 22 into their own 22. Racing have relieved the building pressure being put on by Brive.