It's all over and Stade have done enough to hold on. It was a strong performance from Lyon. They posed a huge threat to the hosts throughout. They can return south being pleased with their efforts. We saw some attractive open rugby from both sides at times. 23-20 is the final scoreline. Thanks for following with Ultimate Rugby.

Lyon collapse the scrum at half way. Parisse points to the posts. Plisson lines up the kick. He is unsuccessful. 23-20.

3 points separate the sides as we head into the final 5 minutes.

Stade are awarded a penalty on Lyons 10 meter. Plisson fails to convert.

Lyon again with a line out 5 meters out. They claim and go over for their third try. Deon Fourie the scorer.

Basson is shown yellow for an off the ball incident with Sakaria Taulafo

Stade collapse and Munro goes to the corner.

Ioane forced over the dead ball. Another Lyon put in 5 meters out. Stades' defense under huge pressure here. A big push needed from Lyon.

Lyon looking ever more threatening as Matadigo explodes from the base of the scrum but spills the ball as he crosses the line. Stade with the put in.

The visitors attack again Arnold showing great pace. The pack follow up and power over under the posts but Marchat decides it was held up.