It was a thriller in LS11 as fans made a comeback at full capacity for the first time in 17 months.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin opened the scoring from the spot before Mateusz Klich hauled United level just minutes ahead of the interval.
Everton again took the advantage through winger Demarai Gray but it was Raphinha who rescued a point for Marcelo Bielsa's outfit.
"It’s been amazing having the crowd back," Phillips reflected post-match.
"The fans showed how much they’ve missed us and we've really missed them.
"Having a full crowd is like an extra man. We're disappointed not to take the three points, after a great finish from Raphinha.
"We all know what kind of player he is and to put it in the bottom corner first time like that was great.
“It wasn’t the best of us today. It’s early in the season, and I feel like, especially me, could be a lot fitter and a lot stronger.
"Every team will create chances against us. We probably could have done better in the goals that they scored."
Here, we take a look at some of the best pictures from Elland Road on a memorable day in West Yorkshire. Credit: Jonathan Gawthorpe
7. Klich wheels away
Elland Road erupts as United score their first goal in front of a full house since March 2020. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
8. Pickford no chance
The Three Lions stopper reflects on conceding in LS11 to Bielsa's men. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
9. Cooper in a battle
Everton keep on probing the Whites backline in a tight affair as Demarai Gray puts the visitors back in front early in the second half. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
10. Raphinha strikes
What a goal. The Brazilian rockets a shot into the bottom corner to release yet another huge roar from the home faithful. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
11. Raphinha mobbed
The limbs in the background say it all... 2-2! Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
12. Post-match salute
A lap of honour after the full-time whistle as United's senior players salute the home crowd. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe