MK Dons kept their hopes of an automatic promotion place alive as they defeated Bristol Rovers 2-1.

Gerba and Chadwick on target in win

MK Dons kept their hopes of an automatic League One promotion place alive as they defeated Bristol Rovers 2-1. After a quiet start, the Dons went ahead in the 30th minute when Ali Gerba used all of his strength to outmuscle his marker and hit a fierce shot past keeper Steve Phillips at his near post. In the 50th minute the Dons doubled their lead when Gerba flicked a clever ball through for Luke Chadwick to slot home from close range. Steve Elliott forced a nervous finish when he headed home Stuart Campbell's corner with six minutes left, but the hosts held on for a vital three points.