Excitement is building for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, and the betting odds are constantly shifting. Greece, with their entry ‘Ferto’ by Akylas, has made a remarkable ascent, now firmly positioned among the top contenders for victory.

Greece Makes Strong Move in Eurovision 2026 Odds

As the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 approaches, the betting markets are heating up, and Greece is making a significant impact. The nation’s entry, ‘Ferto’ performed by Akylas, has seen a notable surge in popularity, propelling them high on the bookmakers’ boards. This impressive climb places Greece firmly in the conversation for the coveted crystal microphone.

According to recent aggregations, Greece is now tied for second or third place in several key markets, showing a substantial upward trend. This momentum highlights the growing enthusiasm for Akylas’s performance and the song ‘Ferto’ among both fans and bettors. The widespread acclaim for ‘Ferto’ and the strong support Akylas continues to receive from both Greek and international fans is clearly reflected in the betting markets, suggesting a potentially strong result for the country.

Finland Remains Favourite, France and Denmark Close Behind

While Greece enjoys a strong position, Finland continues to hold the top spot as the consistent favourite to win Eurovision 2026. Their entry, ‘Liekinheitin’ by Linda Lampenius & Pete Parkkonen, has maintained a significant lead, with bookmakers consistently shortening their odds. France, represented by Monroe with ‘Regarde!’, also remains a formidable contender, often securing a high place in the odds. Denmark, with Søren Torpegaard Lund, has also garnered considerable attention, rounding out the strong leading pack.

With all 35 competing songs now released and rehearsals for the contest in Vienna on the horizon, the race for the Eurovision 2026 title is tightening. The volatility of the betting odds reflects the dynamic nature of the competition, and as history has shown, surprises are always possible on the night.


Sanjay (Sergio) joined esctoday.com in December 2006 as an editor. He was appointed as the Head of Press of ESCToday.com in 2011. Hereafter in 2016 he was promoted as the Head of International Relations & Communications at ESCToday. Sergio has covered the Eurovision Song Contest live 23 times since 2000, having worked for several international magazines and media outlets.