Lowy said the team’s success boded well for qualification to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France and lent credence to FFA’s intention to bid the 2023 event.

“More and more people here and around the world are beginning to understand just how good these players are,” he said.

“On and off the field they are an example for young players and will inspire more kids to get into football. 

“Women’s football is the fastest growing part of a fast growing game with more than 270,000 women and girls playing.

"We are working with everyone else involved in running football to improve coaching and facilities as well as pay and conditions for our professional players.”

The Matildas went unbeaten through the tournament, defeating the world champion United States team 1-0 for the first time in the first match, beating Japan 4-2 in the second match and demolishing Brazil 6-1 in their third and final match today.

“Huge congratulations to the players, coach Alen Stajcic and staff on behalf of the entire football community in Australia," Lowy said. 

"This week of outstanding performances has been long in the making and proof of the development in women’s football in this country.

“The great news is that they will be playing Brazil again right here in Australia in the very near future and I hope everyone who can will get out and support them.”