UEFA Nations League scores, takeaways: Spain-Germany highlight Thursday's matches; Ansu Fati makes history

Germany looked to have the win in the bag before Gaya scored the equalizer in stoppage time for Spain

The UEFA Nations League kicked off its new season on Thursday, highlighted by Spain and Germany settling for a draw in Stuttgart. In total, 10 matches were played but just Spain vs. Germany involved elite European national teams. In what looked like a sure win for Germany ended all square with some late drama. 

Here are the scores from the day's action as well as three takeaways:

Scoreboard

Germany 1, Spain 0
Latvia 0, Andorra 0
Malta 2, Faroe Islands 1
Bulgaria 1, Ireland 0
Russia 3, Serbia 1
Slovenia 0, Greece 0
Hungary 1, Turkey 0
Wales 1, Finland 0
Moldova 1, Kosovo 1
Ukraine 2, Switzerland 1

Werner, Sane look sharp before Gaya earns a point

This was the highlight game of Thursday's slate, but the first half offered very little. The second was much better with plenty of chances for each. All signs pointed to a Germany win after Timo Werner's goal early in the second half and with the game entering added time. 

Werner, who joined Chelsea from RB Leipzig this summer, looked really sharp and could have come away with at least another goal on the night. Paired with new Bayern Munich man Leroy Sane, their combined speed was tough for Spain's defense to deal with, with the striker scoring a fine goal 51 minutes in. 

In the end, the win for Germany was taken from them with the last chance of the game as a ball from Ferran Torres ended at the feet of Jose Gaya after a header from Rodrigo, with the Valencia defender finishing from close. 

All in all, it's a good result on the road for Spain while Germany once again struggles to get a result at home.

Ansu Fati makes history

Barcelona young talent Ansu Fati made his debut for the Spanish national team at 17 years of age, becoming the youngest player to debut for Spain in 84 years. The talented winger looked fairly sharp down the left and got a good run out that will only increase his confidence. The minutes played could also really help him get into a rhythm ahead of a season at Barca where he could play a lot of Lionel Messi leaves the club.

Ukraine, Russia get off to hot start 

Ukraine and Russia both earned quality results to kickstart their participation in the tournament ahead of what could be a big year for both. Ukraine beat a talented Switzerland team 2-1 thanks to an unbelievable second-half goal from Oleksandr Zinchenko, while Russia contained Serbia's attack for the most part in a 3-1 victory. 

For Ukraine, the win is a big one considering how tough League A, Group 4 is. Joined by the Swiss, Germany and Spain, they need points against Switzerland to have any chance of advancing. So far, so good.

Top goal of the day

Hungary's Dominik Szoboszlai, who plays for Red Bull Salzburg, scored an absolute stunner in the shock 1-0 win at Turkey. Check out this free kick that was executed to perfection at the far post from way out, going off the post and in. 

[Sep 3, 2020 at 4:17 pm ET · Roger Gonzalez]

Just under 20 minutes to go between Spain and Germany. Spain is increasing its chances of scoring by going up the middle, pulling in the defense and getting the ball out wide, but the delivery into the box has been poor.

[Sep 3, 2020 at 4:05 pm ET · Roger Gonzalez]

Nearly 2-0 for Germany! Werner with a great chance off a ball from Sane, but it goes to the wrong side of the post. Almost!

[Sep 3, 2020 at 3:55 pm ET · Roger Gonzalez]

A fantastic goal by the Chelsea man. A lovely low finish after juking by Pau Torres before beating De Gea low and to the left.

[Sep 3, 2020 at 3:54 pm ET · Roger Gonzalez]

It's 1-0 to Germany! Timo Werner!