First semi-final of Eurovision 2026 reveals ten finalist nations

01:35, 13.05.2026

The first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 took place today in Vienna, where representatives from 15 countries performed before the audience.

The following 10 countries advanced to the final: Greece, Finland, Belgium, Sweden, Moldova, Israel, Serbia, Croatia, Lithuania, and Poland.

In addition, the Big Four countries — Germany and Italy — along with host country Austria automatically qualified for the final.

Bzikebi represented Georgia at this year’s Eurovision with the song On Replay.

The second semi-final of the competition will take place on May 14. Traditionally, the Georgian Public Broadcaster (GPB) will provide live transmission of the popular musical show.

By - Tamar Tabatadze

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