All countries in Eurovision 2025, ranked by bookmakers from last to first
- 37. Croatia: 'Poison Cake' - Marko Bošnjak
- 36. Montenegro: 'Dobrodošli' - Nina Žižić
- 35. Georgia: 'Freedom' - Mariam Shengelia
- 34. Latvia: 'Bur man laimi' - Tautumeitas
- 33. Iceland: 'Róa' - Væb
- 32. Armenia: 'Survivor' - Parg
- 31. Portugal: 'Deslocado' - Napa
- 30. Luxembourg: 'La poupée monte le son' - Laura Thorn
- 29. Serbia: 'Mila' - Princ
- 28. Slovenia: 'How Much Time Do We Have Left' - Klemen
- 27. Denmark: 'Hallucination' - Sissal
- 26. Poland: 'Gaja' - Justyna Steczkowska
- 25. Azerbaijan: 'Run With U' - Mamagama
- 24. Lithuania: 'Tavo akys' - Katarsis
- 23. Norway: 'Lighter' - Kyle Alessandro
- 22. Spain: 'Esa diva' - Melody
- 21. Germany: 'Baller' - Abor & Tynna
- 20. San Marino: 'Tutta l'Italia' - Gabry Ponte
- 19. Greece: 'Asteromata' - Klavdia
- 18. Ireland: 'Laika Party' - Emmy
- 17. Australia: 'Milkshake Man' - Go-Jo
- 16. Switzerland: 'Voyage' - Zoë Më
- 15. Italy: 'Volevo essere un duro' - Lucio Corsi
- 14. United Kingdom: 'What The H*ll Just Happened?' - Remember Monday
- 13. Ukraine: 'Bird of Pray' - Ziferblat
- 12. Malta: 'Serving' - Miriana Conte
- 11. Cyprus: 'Shh' - Theo Evan
- 10. Albania: 'Zjerm' - Shkodra Elektronike
- 9. Estonia: 'Espresso macchiato' - Tommy Cash
- 8. Czech Republic: 'Kiss Kiss Goodbye' - ADONXS
- 7. Finland: 'Ich komme' - Erika Vikman
- 6. Belgium: 'Strobe Lights' - Red Sebastian
- 5. Netherlands: 'C'est La Vie' - Claude
- 4. Israel: 'New Day Will Rise' - Yuval Raphael
- 3. France: 'Maman' - Louane
- 2. Austria: 'Wasted Love' - JJ
Eurovision Song Contest in Basel

It's that time of year again: the Eurovision Song Contest. On Tuesday, May 13, and Thursday, May 15, the semifinals of the European singing extravaganza take place in the Swiss city of Basel. Then, on Saturday, May 17, the remaining countries will compete in the grand finale. Among them is the Swedish group KAJ (photo).
All participants, ranked

As the artists prepare for their performances, speculation is already rife as to who will take home the win. The bookmakers are playing an interesting role in this.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / SRG SSR
The bookmakers' predictions

Let’s take a look at the participating countries starting at the participant with the lowest bookmaker ranking, number 37, and ending with the current top favorite.
37. Croatia: 'Poison Cake' - Marko Bošnjak

Croatia sends the young and talented Marko Bošnjak to Basel with the striking 'Poison Cake'. After a great second place last year, Croatia hopes to score high again. But the bookmakers don't give the artist too much credit.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Amina Alađuz-Lomigora
36. Montenegro: 'Dobrodošli' - Nina Žižić

Montenegro sends a song that translates as 'Welcome'. This talented singer also represented the country in 2013. She sings her track in her native language and calls on us to embrace our emotions.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Nada Vojinovic
35. Georgia: 'Freedom' - Mariam Shengelia

With the song 'Freedom', Mariam Shengelia steps up for Georgia. This song, in both Georgian and English, is an ode to the national identity and the unyielding spirit of the Georgian people.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / GPB
34. Latvia: 'Bur man laimi' - Tautumeitas

With 'Bur man laimi', Latvian group Tautumeitas brings a touch of folklore and female empowerment to the Eurovision Song Contest. The title translates as 'A call for happiness'.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Vents Āboltiņš
33. Iceland: 'Róa' - Væb

Væb, consisting of Hálfdán Helgi and Matthías Davíð, represents Iceland with the song 'Róa'. The Icelandic lyrics tell a story about building a ship to set sail for new adventures.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Mummi Lú
32. Armenia: 'Survivor' - Parg

Armenia is represented in Basel by the charismatic Parg with his powerful song 'Survivor'. This English-language song is an ode to the inner strength that lies within each of us.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / VAZGI
31. Portugal: 'Deslocado' - Napa

The band Napa will represent Portugal in Basel with their song 'Deslocado', which means 'displaced.' The performance reflects the unique musical traditions of Portugal.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Lucas Coelho
30. Luxembourg: 'La poupée monte le son' - Laura Thorn

Luxembourg sends Laura Thorn to Basel with the catchy 'La poupée monte le son'. This French-language song, entitled 'The doll turns up the sound', is a playful reference to the winning song from 1965 by France Gall.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Massen Photography
29. Serbia: 'Mila' - Princ

Serbia will be represented in Basel by the charismatic Princ with his song 'Mila' in the Serbian language. The title 'Mila' is an affectionate term meaning 'beloved' or 'darling', and it is an emotionally charged song.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Nikola Glišić
28. Slovenia: 'How Much Time Do We Have Left' - Klemen

With the provocative question 'How Much Time Do We Have Left', Klemen performs on behalf of Slovenia. A sensitive and meaningful contribution to the festival.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Tomo Brejc / Universal Music Slovenia
27. Denmark: 'Hallucination' - Sissal

With the intriguing title 'Hallucination', Sissal will be performing on behalf of Denmark. This pop song in English describes an overwhelming first impression when meeting someone, so strong that it almost seems unreal.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Lola Paex
26. Poland: 'Gaja' - Justyna Steczkowska

Poland will be represented in Basel by the experienced and iconic singer Justyna Steczkowska with her song 'Gaja'. The singer represented the country before, in 1995.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Justyna Steczkowska
25. Azerbaijan: 'Run With U' - Mamagama

Mamagama, the band representing Azerbaijan, brings a musical melting pot to Basel with 'Run With U'. This English-language techno-pop song is a surprising combination of retro and modern, with a nod to the traditional music of Azerbaijan.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Tato Panahi
24. Lithuania: 'Tavo akys' - Katarsis

Lithuania will be represented in Basel by the band Katarsis with their song 'Tavo akys'. This song is sung in Lithuanian, and the title translates as 'Your eyes'.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Patrikas Karpickas / Laurynas Skiotys / Deividas Kryževičius
23. Norway: 'Lighter' - Kyle Alessandro

Norway is represented in Basel by the talented Kyle Alessandro with his song 'Lighter'. Metaphorically, 'Lighter' can be seen as a flame that, according to the lyrics, represents the evolution towards a renewed and more powerful identity.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Thor Håkon Ulstad
22. Spain: 'Esa diva' - Melody

Melody's song 'Esa diva' ('That diva') promises an impressive and glamorous show, in which she sings about her personal path to Eurovision. After several attempts to reach this stage, she has finally conquered her moment.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Valero Rioja / RTVE
21. Germany: 'Baller' - Abor & Tynna

Germany will be represented in Basel by the duo Abor & Tynna with their song 'Baller'. It is the first time in a long time - 18 years - that the Germans sing in their own language at Eurovision.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Chris Puttins
20. San Marino: 'Tutta l'Italia' - Gabry Ponte

San Marino will be represented in Basel by the famous Italian DJ and producer Gabry Ponte with his song 'Tutta l'Italia'. He is also known from the hit single 'Blue (Da Ba Dee)' with Eiffel 65.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Pier Costantini
19. Greece: 'Asteromata' - Klavdia

Klavdia sings for Greece on the Eurovision stage with 'Asteromata'. In Greek, this song, which means 'Starry Eyes', is rich in symbolism of displacement, longing, and the power of cultural heritage.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Kostas Avgoulis
18. Ireland: 'Laika Party' - Emmy

Norwegian singer Emmy performs on behalf of Ireland with the song 'Laika Party'. She pays tribute to the dog Laika, who was sent into space.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Andres Poveda
17. Australia: 'Milkshake Man' - Go-Jo

Go-Jo, the musical alter ego of Marty Zambotto, will represent Australia on the Eurovision stage with the cheerful 'Milkshake Man'.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Jason Henley
16. Switzerland: 'Voyage' - Zoë Më

Zoë Më will take to the Eurovision stage for host country Switzerland with the elegant 'Voyage'. This French-language entry, whose title means 'journey', promises an adventurous and captivating performance.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / SRF / Maurice Haas
15. Italy: 'Volevo essere un duro' - Lucio Corsi

With a touch of nostalgia, Italy sends Lucio Corsi to the Eurovision Song Contest with 'Volevo essere un duro', which means 'I wanted to be tough'.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Francis Delacroix
14. United Kingdom: 'What The H*ll Just Happened?' - Remember Monday

With a title that arouses curiosity, Remember Monday represents the United Kingdom with 'What The H*** Just Happened?'. In the mix of musical styles is, surprisingly, country.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / BBC / BBC Studios / Rob Parfitt
13. Ukraine: 'Bird of Pray' - Ziferblat

Ukraine sends the band Ziferblat with their song 'Bird of Pray'. Ukraine does well at the festival with a variety of acts, but always with a winning mentality. The expectations for Ziferblat are therefore high.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Anya Wayne
12. Malta: 'Serving' - Miriana Conte

Miriana Conte is on the Eurovision stage for Malta with the song 'Serving'. She serves a song about self-expression, empowerment, and breaking through social expectations.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Edward Degabriele
11. Cyprus: 'Shh' - Theo Evan

Cyprus is represented in Basel by the young and promising Theo Evan with his song 'Shh'. This English-language track is described as mysterious and energetic at the same time.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Nicholas Mastoras
10. Albania: 'Zjerm' - Shkodra Elektronike

Here, the Top 10 begins according to the bookmakers. A surprisingly promising act is Albania's duo Shkodra Elektronike with their song 'Zjerm'. The title means 'fire' and will provide an energetic and passionate performance in Basel that radiates Albanian pride.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Luca Rossi
9. Estonia: 'Espresso macchiato' - Tommy Cash

Tommy Cash, an artist known for his idiosyncratic style, represents Estonia with the song 'Espresso Macchiato'. This English-language track with an Italian twist presents coffee as a symbol of comfort, luxury, and a moment of peace in the midst of chaos.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Alina Pyazok
8. Czech Republic: 'Kiss Kiss Goodbye' - ADONXS

ADONXS, aka Adam Pavlovčin, will represent the Czech Republic on the Eurovision stage with 'Kiss Kiss Goodbye'. A sensitive and recognizable entry.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / David Urban
7. Finland: 'Ich komme' - Erika Vikman

Erika Vikman represents Finland on the Eurovision stage with the song 'Ich komme'. Despite the German title, Erika sings in Finnish about an intense experience of joy and ecstasy. Yes, amazing how it got through the censorship!
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Nelli Kenttä / Yle
6. Belgium: 'Strobe Lights' - Red Sebastian

With the rousing 'Strobe Lights', Red Sebastian will be performing on behalf of Belgium. This artist, whose real name is Seppe Herreman, brings a musical journey back to the rave culture of the 90s.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Taike De Wilde
5. Netherlands: 'C'est La Vie' - Claude

With the philosophical title 'C'est La Vie', Claude will be representing the Netherlands at the Eurovision Song Contest while singing in both French and English.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Tim Buiting
4. Israel: 'New Day Will Rise' - Yuval Raphael

Israel is represented in Basel by singer Yuval Raphael. The song is performed in a mix of English, French, and Hebrew. The title 'New Day Will Rise' brings the message of optimism and the power of love to overcome pain and loss.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Shai Franco / Tedy Productions LTD
3. France: 'Maman' - Louane

France sends popular singer Louane with her song 'Maman', a loving ode to her mother and motherhood in general. According to the bookmakers, it could get as far as the top 3.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Damien Krisl
2. Austria: 'Wasted Love' - JJ

One of the favorites this year is Austria with JJ's 'Wasted Love'. The artist's exceptional vocal range as a countertenor will undoubtedly add a unique element to the Austrian entry.
Photo: Eurovision.tv / Pavla Hartmanová