France had aimed to double its defence budget from 2017 levels by 2030. However, Macron pledged to reach the target by 2027. A military budget that stood at 32 billion euros ($37.40 billion) in 2017 will rise to 64 billion euros by 2027, with an additional 3.5 billion euros allocated for next year and another 3 billion euros in 2027.

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Sunday that France would increase its defence budget more quickly than originally planned, announcing additional spending of €3. 5 billion ($4 billion) for 2026 and €3 billion for 2027 amid military threats from Russia.

French President Emmanuel Macron announced Sunday that France will accelerate its defense buildup, committing to a “new” and “historic” surge in military spending in response to escalating global threats and the prospect of war in Europe.

France's third straight win ensured it won Group D, ahead of England, which routed Wales 6-1 to finish runner-up. The French would have been eliminated by a three-goal loss and, when the Netherlands led 2-1 at one stage,

France score four times in the second half to come back and beat Netherlands 5-2 and progress to the quarter-finals of Women's Euro 2025 as Group D winners.