The finalists of Eurovision-2025 have been determined in Basel after two semi-finals. Ukraine has reached the final, where the founding countries and winners of the qualifying rounds will also perform.
On May 15, the second semi-final of Eurovision 2025 will take place in Basel, where 19 participants will perform. The broadcast will be available on the "Suspilne Kultura" TV channel, YouTube and other platforms.
Bookmakers predict Sweden's victory at Eurovision 2025. Ukraine has an 11% chance of making the top five, and Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and other countries have also qualified for the final.
Ukrainian band Ziferblat has become one of the 10 finalists of Eurovision 2025 in Basel. They performed as number 5 and received a standing ovation from the audience.
In the semi-finals and final of Eurovision-2025 in Basel, viewers will see performances by winners of past years, including NEMO, Baby Lasagna and Jerry Heil.
At the Eurovision 2025 rehearsals, the press and audience voted, but Ukraine did not receive any points. The representatives of Sweden became the leader, and the first semi-final will take place on May 13.
Eurovision 2025 kicks off today in Basel. Ziferblat will perform at number 5.
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The band Ziferblat with the song Bird of Pray will represent Ukraine at Eurovision 2025 in Basel. The musicians will perform on May 13 in the first semi-final under number five.
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