Giteau kicks off to get the match underway

Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's coverage of this afternoon's Top 14 clash between French heavyweights Toulon and Clermont Auvergne. In a repeat of last seasons Heineken Cup Final, 2nd placed Clermont travel south to competition favourites Toloun who currently lie in 4th position. Toulon will undoubtedly be setting out to banish the memory of their loss last weekend to minnows Oyonnax whereas Clermont recorded a comprehensive win over Bordeux. Both sides seem to be fielding slightly less than full strength starting XV's with an eye on next weeks Heineken cup games yet are still star-studded across the park, expect this to be a ferociously contested affair. Live updates and match analysis to follow.

Red and black !

aller les jaune et bleu!!!