Australia's World Cup semi-final loss to England was 'disappointing', but the Matildas have won over a nation.
Just like England, who won their first major trophy on home soil last year with the Euros, Australia witnessed record crowds and went further than perhaps many thought possible.
Australia can now see the benefits of success in a home tournament, giving them confidence to perform on the world stage and inspiring a generation of young players."We felt that belief, we had this belief for a long time internally. We are maybe not as high ranked, or have as many big players or the same resources, but we have something else very special in this team.
"We are maximising the resources we have right now. The return of the investment is very good but let's invest more and be genuine contenders." "I have to think of all the things the team have done, and I have done, to be where we are now and to inspire a nation," added Kerr.
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