The Reds were only behind for three minutes before Ramon Castille equalised from the penalty spot after Paul Anderson had been shoved over in the box. Anderson then had the chance to put the Reds ahead but he shot wide.
Liverpool started the second half the better side but soon found themselves 2-1 down thanks to another defensive mistake. New captain Jack Hobbs' attempted back pass went straight to Boro striker Thomas Craddock who rounded David Martin in the Liverpool goal to score. Craddock made it 3-1 a minute later when he lobbed the ball over Martin's head and into the back of the net.
Liverpool continued to play well but were unable to get the goal their play deserved. Craddock then completed his hat-trick to end a dismal night for the reserves.
