But they're urging Australians to keep the support for women's football going after the tournament and calling for more funding.
"What we've seen on social media, what we're seeing in the crowd, you can just see that it's changed ... and for women's sport in general, people are seeing it for what it is."The Matildas have been praised for their efforts in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup and bringing women's sport into the mainstream in Australia."When you look at football in general in Australia - football is very much not funded the way it should be.
Attacker Emily van Egmond added: "My message is that I hope that this is just the beginning and that they continue to support this team. Fans at Melbourne's Federation Square riding the highs and lows of Australia's Women's World Cup run."There's still so much to go for. Don't jump off the bandwagon now, keep on coming and I'm sure we'll make you proud."
Plans include expansion of the ALW, signing Matildas marquee players, boosting broadcast deals and putting on major events including all-star games.