Germany power to men's volleyball gold after beating Bulgaria in Baku

Germany have won gold in the men's volleyball after a 3-1 victory over Bulgaria at the European Games.

The Germans put in a dominant performance, clinching the first set 25-16, before winning the second 25-18.

In a thrilling third set, Bulgaria battled to get on the mark, saving match points before winning 31-29.

However, their joy was short lived, as Germany ran out 25-21 winners in the fourth set to seal their country's 16th gold of the Games.

Earlier in the day, Russia beat Poland in the bronze medal match.