Eurovision returns to our screens tonight with 25 nations battling it out on stage in the Grand Final in Austria. The contest, now in its 70th year, has been overshadowed by a boycott from five countries—Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland, and Slovenia—over Israel's participation.
Competing Nations
The grand final features Albania, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Lithuania, Malta, Moldova, Norway, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom. The UK's entrant is Look Mum No Computer, also known as Sam Battle.
Broadcast Details
The Eurovision Song Contest grand final takes place on Saturday at 8pm, broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Fans can follow the latest updates from the event.
Superfans Gather in Vienna
Excitement builds across the UK and the continent with one hour to go before the grand final kickoff. Eurovision superfans were pictured at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna earlier today, showcasing their enthusiasm for the event.
