Early penalty for Newport and they will kick for goal

The match is underway

The Newport Gwent Dragons host Brive in round one of the European Rugby Challenge Cup.
Newport has won just one of their six Pro 12 games as they are languishing in tenth spot in the standings. They will look to kick-start their season with a victory to open their Challenge Cup campaign.
Brive has won four and drawn one of their eight Top 14 matches. They currently occupy sixth position in the Top 14 table and will look to continue their solid start to the season in the Challenge Cup.