Harvey Knibbs’ 17th minute strike was the difference between the sides as they picked up their first ever points against MK Dons.
Here’s how we rated the players at the Abbey Stadium.
5. Jack Tucker - 6
Great in stature in the game, but a nervous opening 20 minutes saw him go into the book for a high boot and then skipped past for the goal Photo: Jane Russell
6. TOP DON: Matt Smith - 7.5
The bright spark in the first half, thumping the bar in the first minute and generally looking alert. Continued to look a threat in the second half but couldn't tune his radar. Photo: Jane Russell
7. Conor Grant - 5.5
Barely involved really as Cambridge shut him down at every opportunity with an aggressive press Photo: Jane Russell
8. Dan Kemp - 5.5
Like Lawrence, struggled to make a positive impact in the first half, but had a half-sight of goal in the second half when he came a bit narrower Photo: Jane Russell