The Whites drew level three times but ultimately left with a 4-3 defeat after Reds striker Mo Salah bagged a hat-trick which included two penalties.
Graham Smyth, the YEP's chief football writer, hands out the scores.
7. Mateusz Klich
9 - Outstanding. He was everywhere. Defended well, attacked well, made a brilliant run for his goal and took it brilliantly. Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images
8. Helder Costa
7 - Progressed the ball well, keen to get at Liverpool and the space behind the back four invited him on. Picked out Klich well. One of his better Leeds displays. Photo by Phil Noble - Pool/Getty Images.
9. Pablo Hernandez
6 - Showed a little of his passing skill. Unable to impact the game as often or as dramatically as he would like. Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images.
10. Jack Harrison
8 - Scored a beautiful goal to get Leeds back on level terms early on. Linked up well with the midfield and pressed Liverpool hard throughout. Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images.
11. Patrick Bamford
7 - Scored at an important time, particularly after missing a good chance early on. Made some excellent runs, put in his trademark shift. Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images.
12. Tyler Roberts
7 - Some lovely touches and moments of link-up play. Looked more assertive, having drifted through some games in the final part of last season. Photo by Phil Noble - Pool/Getty Images.