Permanent recognition pledged after Matildas’ World Cup runSuggestions that fourth place does not warrant a statue
Murals, civic awards, statues – the accolades for the Matildas continue in the wake of their World Cup heroics with calls for even more recognition for the trailblazers of women’s football, despite questions being raised over how much celebration of their achievement was warranted.
Football Australia chief executive James Johnson said the Matildas’ run was “remarkable” and rejected suggestions that fourth place at a World Cup was not deserving of the accolades. “It’s not the same as winning a local competition,” he said.
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