That overpowering sound of chirping crickets you can hear is emanating from the barren stadiums of Australia’s A-League football competition. It comes as fans boycott games en masse in retaliation to the governing body’s fan management policies.
Across the weekend, the usual seas of colour and atmosphere created by active fan groups were replaced by acres of empty plastic chairs and a vibe one would usually experience at a large-scale funeral.
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The seats in the bay usually taken up by The Cove Sydney FC supporters group is seen empty as the match starts during the round nine A-League match between Sydney FC and the Newcastle Jets.
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