Sydney FC has recently informed its Cove members that The SCG Trust has decided to undergo stadium upgrades for Allianz Stadium from Bays 22 to 26. This decision guts The Cove, severely affecting the atmosphere of four key home matches in a season that is already too short. Sports that lack atmosphere struggle to gain television traction, hurting the club and the game financially. The clubs email to members yesterday says that the work will be completed in time for the A-League Finals in March 2015, although it should not take anyone too much of a guess to figure out whom is more convened by this redevelopment scheduling. The Trust has offered a $20 Food and Beverage voucher “as a small measure of sorrow” for members who are forced to relocate. Anyone who has had the pleasure of purchasing food and beverage at Allianz Stadium prices knows the term “sorrow” all too well. The bottom line is The Cove, Sydney FC supporters and A-League fans need to draw a line in the sand. Whether its installing new turf or ripping it up for concerts and monster truck shows, our game is always getting the short end of the straw. [...]