The day has arrived! Tonight, Europe will crown the next Eurovision winner live from Basel, Switzerland. With rehearsals complete and anticipation at its peak, the bookmakers have delivered their final verdict. Will the odds reflect the final results, or are we in for another unforgettable Eurovision surprise?
Who are the bookmakers backing for victory?
- Sweden – Bara bada bastu by KAJ
Winning chance: 42%
Sweden leads the pack by a wide margin. KAJ’s vibrant and playful entry has captured Europe’s attention and stands as the clear favourite to win tonight. - Austria – Wasted Love by JJ
Winning chance: 20%
Austria remains Sweden’s strongest challenger. JJ’s emotional ballad and captivating stage performance have secured a solid second place in the odds. - France – maman by Louane
Winning chance: 13%
France holds onto third place. Louane’s heartfelt ballad is expected to perform well with juries and televoters alike, especially with a very favourable late performance slot. - Finland – Ich komme by Erika Vikman
Winning chance: 6%
Finland is the outsider still in contention for a surprise victory. Erika Vikman’s charismatic performance and bold staging could turn heads tonight. - Netherlands – C’est la vie by Claude
Winning chance: 2%
Netherlands stays in the top five, though seen more as an outsider. Claude’s catchy pop entry may still pick up strong public support.
Other Notable Entries:
- Estonia, Israel, Switzerland, and Albania are all given a 2% chance, suggesting a highly competitive middle field.
- Spain, Greece, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom are seen as long shots, but with Eurovision, anything is possible.
- Lithuania, Iceland, Portugal, and Armenia remain the biggest outsiders according to the bookmakers.
Final Thoughts
Sweden appears poised to secure another victory, but as Eurovision fans know all too well, nothing is certain until the final votes are in. Will the juries and public agree with the odds, or will tonight bring another legendary Eurovision upset?
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