Eurovision 2025 will take place in Switzerland, and Ukraine will be represented by the band Ziferblat with the song “Bird of Pray.” The national selection sparked major buzz, and bookmakers have updated their forecasts.
Eurovision 2025 is already becoming one of the main topics of discussion among fans of the contest. The recent Ukrainian National Selection, held on February 8, attracted significant attention, while bookmakers updated their predictions for the winner.
Who will represent Ukraine?
The winner of the Ukrainian National Selection was the band Ziferblat with the song "Bird of Pray". The group received the highest number of votes from both the audience and the jury, earning the right to represent Ukraine at the international contest. The final attracted a record audience: the YouTube broadcast reached 3.1 million views, while TikTok views hit 3.4 million.
During the broadcast, a charity fundraiser was also held to support humanitarian demining efforts in Ukraine. Viewers raised 3 million hryvnias during the voting, making it an important social initiative of the contest.
Ukraine’s chances of winning
After the completion of national selections in several countries, bookmakers updated their forecasts for Eurovision 2025. Ukraine is currently in 7th place with an estimated winning chance of around 3%.
Current leaders:
- Sweden — 11%
- Israel — 8%
- France and Finland — 7% each
However, rankings may change after all competing songs are officially released.
When and where will Eurovision 2025 take place?
This year, the contest will be held in Basel, Switzerland, at the St. Jakobshalle arena.
Event dates:
- First Semi-Final — May 13
- Second Semi-Final — May 15
- Grand Final — May 17
In total, 38 countries will participate in Eurovision 2025, with 32 competing in the semi-finals for a place in the final.
What to expect?
Not all countries have chosen their representatives yet, but the contest is already generating strong excitement. Ahead are the release of all songs, rehearsals, and pre-contest parties.
Eurovision 2025 promises to be one of the most intense and emotional contests in recent years, where musical intrigue closely intertwines with social context and the attention of millions of viewers worldwide. Ukraine’s participation is traditionally seen not only as a fight for high rankings, but also as a powerful cultural statement on the international stage. As all songs are revealed and preparations enter their active phase, the balance of power may change dramatically. Following the developments, bookmaker updates, and the reaction of the European audience will be no less exciting than the grand final itself in Basel.
