Argyle took the lead after just three minutes through James Wilson, before Nathan Holland equalised for the visitors in 19 minutes. Niall Ennis though restored Plymouth’s lead just before the break, and Morgan Whittaker’s goal not long after it ensured the points for the hosts.
Here’s how we rated the players on New Year’s Day.
13. Sub: Josh McEachran - 6
Was able to get Dons more midfield control later on as Plymouth sat in Photo: Pete Norton
14. Sub: Matt Smith - 5.5
Suffered the same fate as the rest of the front line - unable to make a big enough impact Photo: Jane Russell
15. Sub: Tennai Watson - n/a
A late change Photo: Jane Russell
16. Sub: Will Grigg - n/a
A late change. Took a tumble in the box looking for a penalty Photo: Jane Russell