Football Australia chief executive James Johnson has written to the Matildas Alumni group recognising their "immense contribution to the game" and apologising for any distress they had felt by being largely ignored in the lead up to the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Two weeks ago, several former Matildas spoke to The Ticket describing their disappointment at not being included in FIFA celebrations marking the 100-day countdown event, despite being part of the 50-year journey that has made the Matildas one of the country's favourite teams and culminating in Australia co-hosting of the sport's biggest showcase.
