But Brive get the ball abck from the resulting scrum. Free kick for early engagement. They opt for another scrum
The resulting line-out is followed with a knock-on. Scrum to Stade. That decision to not take the three points could prove costly come the end of the game
Stade give away a pently inside their 22. Brive opt for the corner just before the half rather than the three points. A big call from the Captain
The home side once again go on the attack. But, Pejoine kicks away posession straight to Bonneval who clears the ball. Ball wasted in a good attacking position
PENALTY BRIVE: Germain scores from the resulting with a strong kick from distance. The gap between the sides is now just 3
But the home side win a penalty as Stade go offside.
A great break from Germain down the wing is snuffed out by some equally great covering from Bonneval. Another half chance goes a begging for the home side
Stade give away a penalty for pulling the down the jumper in the line-out. Germain decides to have a shot at goal from distance but his effort hits off the upright. Stade gather the ball and clear their lines
PENALTY STADE: Steyn capitalizes on the opportunity to extend his side's lead to six after Koyamaibole gave away a penalty right in front of the posts.
Koyamaibole gives away a penalty for infringing at the ruck. Stade opt for the posts