17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Who is the favourite to win Eurovision 2025?
It has arrived in Basel in style as this year's Eurovision song contest takes place in Switzerland and the bookies have a clear favourite in this year's edition
The anticipation is reaching a fever pitch. After a rollercoaster ride of national selections, rigorous rehearsals, and two nail-biting semi-finals, the Grand Finale of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 is set to dazzle us all in Basel, Switzerland this evening.
Semi-Final 1 was dominated by Claude's 'C'est la vie' representing the Netherlands, which has now catapulted into the top five favourites. However, it was a night of high drama as much-touted entries from Croatia and Belgium were unexpectedly eliminated.
On a brighter note, Albania's Zjerm electrified the crowd with its high-octane electro-folk tune. Meanwhile, Iceland's Róa and Portugal's NAPA defied predictions to secure their berths in the grand showdown.
The second Semi-Final saw Latvia's Tautumeitas earning their ticket to the finale for just the third time in their history. They were joined by surprise qualifiers from Denmark and Armenia.
However, the night's biggest shocker was Australia bowing out prematurely despite strong support from bookmakers for Go-Jo's viral sensation 'Milkshake Man'.
In stark contrast to previous years where victories for acts like Loreen (2023) and Kalush Orchestra (2022) seemed almost preordained, this year's contest is teetering on a knife-edge. The stage is set for surprises, upsets and perhaps even a historic first victory for a novelty act.
Who is the favourite to win Eurovision?
Sweden stands tall as the bookmakers' favourite, with AKBets offering odds of 21/20. Their entry, "Bara Bada Bastu," is a vibrant fusion that celebrates the beloved Scandinavian sauna culture through an irresistible pop lens. Sung entirely in Swedish—a refreshing change from recent trends—this track has taken the streaming world by storm, amassing over 44 million plays on Spotify and topping charts throughout Scandinavia.
Sweden's edge in this year's contest isn't solely due to the song's widespread appeal. The country's rich Eurovision history is a formidable factor, boasting seven victories, with notable wins as recent as 2012 and 2023. This track record of success is reflected in their current performance, as "Bara Bada Bastu" leads fan polls like OGAE and Eurovisionworld, dominates social media conversations, and enjoys widespread backing from fans and bettors alike.
Gamble responsibly
Reach plc is committed to promoting safer gambling. All of our content and recommended bets are advised to those aged 18 or over. Odds are subject to change too.
We strongly encourage our readers to only ever bet what they can afford to lose. For more information, please call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or visit
