FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 in pictures: All the best sights from the biggest sporting event of the year

It might not have been the result the Aussies were after but fans showed their support and appreciation for the squad as they came off the field.

Sam Kerr waved at the multitude of phone cameras pointed at her.

The crowds in Brisbane Stadium held up their signs and cheered loudly after the game as the Matildas walked around to acknowledge their supporters.

One young fan was still waving their Australian banner high in the air despite being upset at the final result.

Despite the result, Emily Van-Egmond still managed to smile for selfies with fans the game.

While Ellie Carpenter gave her playing boot to one lucky supporter at Brisbane Stadium.

The recipient of the boot was amazed by the piece of memorabilia scored.

The Matildas sat through the medal presentation ceremony looking dejected.

After the presentation, Sweden players all celebrated with their third place win for the cameras, holding their medals proudly.

Australian captain Sam Kerr took a moment to process the defeat as the team sat on the pitch at Brisbane Stadium after their loss.

While Kyra Cooney-Cross got a consolation cuddle from Tameka Yallop's daughter after the final siren.

Sam Kerr put her hands up over her face following the loss but she couldn't hide her devastation at the result.

Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese consoled Sam Kerr after the game, offering a hug and some kind words.

Elin Rubensson, Linda Sembrant and Magdalena Eriksson of Sweden celebrate after the team's victory in the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023.

The team beat Australia 2-0 to claim third place in the competition.

While the Tillies looked strong at the start of the match, Sweden managed to win with Matilda's fans across the country sharing in the disappointment.

The second half was tense in the Fan Zone at Tumbalong Park as those rugged up against the cold waited to see if the Matildas could catch up on the scoreline.

Matilda's superstar Sam Kerr was turfed after a knee to the calf during the Australia vs Sweden match.

She decided to play on, despite suffering a calf injury just before the start of the tournament, which saw her sit out the first few group games.

The game had its fair share of dramas, with Sweden's Kosovare Asllani and Australia's Caitlin Foord colliding heavily while battling for possession, with both players requiring medical attention.

Foord returned to the pitch in the second half cleared of a concussion but sporting heavy strapping around her head.

Mackenzie Arnold tried hard to defend her goal, but Sweden's Fridolina Rolfo's penalty still managed to slide in.

Matilda's fans showed up in droves to support the side as the Australians played against Sweden int he bronze medal match in Brisbane.

Once again, live fan sites across the country were covered in a sea of green and gold. 

Australia players huddle after the team's 1-3 defeat and elimination from the tournament in their semi-final against England.

Click through to see the celebrations, anticipation, and tributes for our Aussie footballers.