Matt Stevens does not roll away at the ruck.

Penalty to Racing Metro.

Racing have a scrum near the Toulon 22m line.

Tuisova loses the ball forward as Toulon attempt to attack the blind side of the ruck.

Goosen gets the match underway.

The teams are on the field, kickoff is seconds away.

Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugby’s coverage of Toulon vs Racing Metro. It’s the opening round of the world most star-studded domestic competition, the Top 14, and defending champions Stade Francais are out to defend their title. Champions Cup holders Toulon may have lost forwards Carl Hayman, Ali Williams and Bakkies Botha but they have once again dug deep into their pockets to secure the likes of Paul O’Connell, Quade Cooper, Ma’a Nonu and Duane Vermuelen. Racing have also splashed some cash in order to replace the likes of Jamie Roberts and Johnny Sexton who are leaving the club with Dan Carter and Chris Masoe. Ultimate Rugby will keep you up to date throughout the match.

great clash between the Fijian wingers. ??