Eurovision 2025 finale: Finalists, winning odds, Céline Dion comeback rumours, how to watch on streaming, and vote
Among the top contenders at the Eurovision 2025 is Sweden's Kaj, a trio of Swedish-speaking Finns. Their playful tribute to Nordic sauna culture, titled Bara Bada Bastu is one of the most-streamed songs on Spotify. They have the highest chances of winning the contest.
According to a Metro report, France and Austria, with submissions by Louane (Maman) and JJ (Wasted Love), respectively, can secure the second and third spots. Miriana Conte of Malta, meanwhile, is soaring in popularity following her intense semi-final performance, even if the lyrics to her song Serving were changed due to controversy.
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Eurovision 2025 Finale lineup includes acts from returning favourites like Ukraine, Italy, and France. It also features newcomers like Luxembourg, which returned to the contest in 2024 after a long hiatus.Twenty other finalists will be joined by automatic entries from the Big Five—France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the UK—as well as the host nation, Switzerland. Even though the audience enjoyed their performances, countries including Slovenia, Australia, Ireland, and Czech Republic were left out.
Norway – Kyle Alessandro, Lighter
Albania – Shkodra Elektronike, Zjerm
Sweden – Kaj, Bara Bada Bastu
Netherlands – Claude Kiambe, C'est La Vie
Iceland – Væb, RÓA
Poland – Justyna Steczkowska, GAJA
San Marino – Gabry Ponte, Tutta L'Italia
Estonia – Tommy Cash, Espresso Macchiato
Portugal – Napa, Deslocado
Ukraine – Ziferblat, Bird of Pray
France – Louane, Maman
Germany – Abor & Tynna, Baller
Italy – Lucio Corsi, Volevo Essere Un Duro
Spain – Melody, ESA DIVA
UK – Remember Monday, What The Hell Just Happened?
Switzerland – Zoë Më, Voyage
Lithuania – Katarsis, Tavo Akys
Israel – Yuval Raphael, New Day Will Rise
Armenia – PARG, SURVIVOR
Denmark – Sissal, Hallucination
Austria – JJ, Wasted Love
Luxembourg – Laura Thorn, Poupée Électrique
Finland – Erika Vikman, Ich Komme
Latvia – Tautumeitas, Bur Man Laimi
Malta – Miriana Conte, Serving
Greece – Klavdia, Asteromáta
Reportedly, as per the latest Eurovision 2025 odds, Sweden emerged as the frontrunner with a strong 42 per cent chance of winning, followed by Austria, which stood at 21 per cent, and France at nine per cent.The Netherlands and Finland are trailing at five and four per cent, respectively. Meanwhile, Israel, Estonia, and Switzerland each share a three per cent likelihood of victory.Albania followed with two per cent, while Malta, the UK, Italy, Germany, and Spain are all tied with just a one per cent chance each.As ever, Eurovision has not been controversy-free. Israel's involvement has attracted protests amid continuing tension in Gaza.
This year's representative, Yuval Raphael, is a survivor of the Nova festival terror attack, but had to steer clear of political lyrics for his song under pressure from organisers. Malta has also been under the spotlight because of the song Serving, which originally contained a Maltese term that sounded similar to an English profanity. Italy's Codacons brought a complaint against Estonian musician Tommy Cash's lyrics, charging they reinforce disparaging Italian stereotypes.
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Meanwhile, the fans are still speculating that Céline Dion, the winner of Eurovision 1988 for Switzerland, might make a cameo appearance. The singer, who has just performed at the Paris Olympics while fighting a constant battle with stiff-person syndrome, has expressed her interest through a video message this week. Organisers claim, though, that there are no plans set, stressing her health as the priority.Eurovision 2025 Grand Final will be held on Saturday, May 17 at 3 pm ET and will be broadcasted on Peacock channel in the United States. Moreover, audiences all over the world can vote through the official Eurovision app or website, but no country can vote for its own entry. The result will be a combination of jury votes and public voting. Is Celine Dion making a comeback at Eurovision 2025?
While there has been no confirmation, fans are speculating Celine Dion may likely make an appearance.
Can I vote for a contestant in Eurovision 2025?
Yes, anyone across the globe can through their application and website.
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