Second semi final line up confirmed
The UK will take the stage during the second semi final of the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna on Thursday evening. The performance comes just before the grand final, which will take place on Saturday.
This year, 35 countries are competing in the 70th edition of the contest. Austria is hosting the event after singer JJ won Eurovision 2025 with the song Wasted Love.
What is the Eurovision Song Contest?
Each country enters an original song, and the performance must follow strict rules.Songs must not exceed three minutes. Each act can include up to six performers, including singers and dancers.
Most participating countries are based in Europe, although the contest also includes entries from outside the region.
First semi final results
The first semi final took place on 12 May. Ten countries secured places in the grand final. These included Israel, Greece, and Finland, who were seen as strong contenders.
Second semi final performers
Countries competing include Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Luxembourg, Romania, Switzerland, Albania, Australia, Cyprus, Denmark, Latvia, Malta, Norway, and Ukraine.
Grand final details
The grand final will take place at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna on Saturday 16 May. based on jury and public voting.
