Montpellier yet again use the rolling maul from their line out to great effect. The pack forced bordeaux to their try line as Benjamin Fall went over to score in the corner.
Bordeaux's strong scrum has forced the turnover, giving them the put in to the scrum at the half way line.
Bernard scores another tough penalty, strengthening the home side's lead.
Unrelenting pressure by Montpellier has landed them just short of the try line. The referee has gone to the TMO for possible obstruction by Wayne Ole Avei.
Bordeaux again penalised for not releasing at the break down, giving Paillague the chance to close the gap between the two sides.
Both sides defense's are really beginning to get tested as both sides are relentless in their offense. excellent phase play by both sides.
Montpellier showing their quick hands as they feed the ball out to the wings and build up their phases.
The referee stops the time as Robins Tchale Watchou is down injured.
Pierre Bernard kicks off to commence the second half.
Half time at the Stade Andre Moga. After a hard fought first half Bordeaux head into the dressing rooms in the lead by 7 points thanks to tries from Metuisela Talebula and Jandre Marais. We can expect both teams to come out ready for a thrilling second half performance.