Find out who is considered the favourite of Eurovision 2025 according to bookmakers. Everything about the final, the participants, the surprises of the show and who may win this year. Find out who is considered the favourite of Eurovision 2025...
Basel, Switzerland, is becoming the center of attention in the music world — on May 17, the grand final of Eurovision 2025 will take place at the St. Jakobshalle concert complex. This year, representatives of 26 countries will take the stage, and bookmakers’ odds are fueling even more interest in the main contenders for victory.
Top favorites according to bookmakers:
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Sweden — the group KAJ with the humorous song “Bara Bada Bastu”, dedicated to the traditional sauna, has taken the internet by storm with its unconventional concept and energetic performance. The Swedish-language track unexpectedly became a TikTok hit, and the staging impresses with its creativity and dynamism.
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Austria — the performer JJ presents the emotional composition “Wasted Love”, combining a powerful ballad with operatic vocals. The performance stands out for its intensity and strong delivery, securing Austria a stable place in the top three according to fans and experts.
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The Netherlands — singer Claude with the song “C’est la Vie” won the hearts of Europeans thanks to its melancholic sound and multilingual live performance. Its creative staging and heartfelt lyrics make it one of the main contenders for victory.
Ukraine also advanced to the final with the group Ziferblat, presenting an original blend of electronic and ethnic sound. Although their chances of winning are considered low, the group has already received recognition for creativity and uniqueness.
Interesting facts about the final:
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This is only the second time in history that Eurovision is being held in Switzerland.
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For the first time, three competing songs are performed entirely in non-English languages.
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The opening show promises to be the most spectacular in Eurovision history, featuring an orchestra, aerial acrobats, and a drone show.
The Eurovision 2025 final will be broadcast live on May 17. Millions of viewers across Europe and beyond are eagerly waiting to see who will take home the coveted crystal microphone.