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Eurovision 2027: Turnaround! Burgas Overtakes Sofia in the Betting Odds

August 8, 2026August 8, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); BREAKING: Burgas overtakes Sofia in the betting odds websites, becoming the leader in the race to host Eurovision 2027 in May The past week has been full of dramatic developments surrounding the selection of the host city for Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria. As we have reported extensively this week, it all started with the delay of the host city announcement. After that, we tracked Burgas's growing strength in the betting odds, rumors of an internal conflict over the host city surfaced, denials were issued by BTN, and now Burgas has finally done it and overtaken Sofia. This means that a city that started with almost zero chances climbed to about 30 percent this week, and is now leading the race with a massive chance of winning. As of now, Burgas has surged to a 68 percent chance of winning the hosting rights and continues to rise at this very moment. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rumors of Internal Conflict...

Is Burgas about to snatch the hosting rights from Sofia?

August 6, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The meteoric rise of the Bulgarian coastal city continues at full speed. our EuroMix team estimates that the turnaround is closer than ever, and the crowning of Burgas is just around the corner. The tension in Bulgaria ahead of the announcement of the Eurovision 2027 host city is reaching a boiling point, and it seems we are on the verge of a real sensation. We recently reported on the surprising awakening of Burgas in the betting odds, but now this trend is turning into a flood. The coastal city on the Black Sea is not only closing the gap with the favorite Sofia, but it also genuinely threatens to snatch the right to host the biggest music competition in the world. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Updated Data Changing the Picture Following the initial jump in the betting sites, the momentum of Burgas refuses to calm down. According to the latest data from the largest betting site, Burgas surges...

Eurovision 2026 Mascot Auri Gets Own Show on ORF KIDS

August 5, 2026 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ORF announced Eurovision 2026 mascot Auri will star in "Auri und du" on ORF KIDS this fall to inspire children's dreams. The official mascot of Eurovision 2026, Auri, which was already presented in March 2026 by the Austrian national broadcaster ORF, turned out during the contest to be one of the biggest stars of the event, appearing on air and in additional videos. Yesterday (Tuesday), the Austrian national broadcaster announced that the lovable character will star in a show on the ORF KIDS channel, aimed at encouraging young children to fulfill their big dreams. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The new show starring the mascot will be called "Auri und du" (in English: "Auri and You"), and will air starting this autumn. The ultimate goal of the series and the initiative will be to encourage children to believe in themselves and their big dreams. As part of the show, Auri turns to the young audience and invites children from...

Eurovision Asia Introduces New Voting Rules That Could Impact Eurovision 2027

August 5, 2026 by Aviad Berger Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision Asia reveals a new voting format that could influence the future of Eurovision, raising questions about possible 2027 reforms, online voting changes, and the potential impact on participating countries. The official Eurovision Asia website has officially launched, revealing important details about the upcoming competition, including the schedule of several national selections and the voting format that will be used both during the preliminary rounds and the first-ever Eurovision Asia final. The newly published information has already raised questions among Eurovision fans and observers: could this be an early sign of the direction the Eurovision Song Contest may take in 2027? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to the details shared on the Eurovision Asia website, viewers from anywhere in the world will be able to participate in the voting process during Bhutan’s national final, scheduled for 11 August. The voting will not be restricted by location, allowing international fans to take part through the official voting application. Each user...

Loreen Postpones European Tour to 2027: Eurovision Comeback Rumors Rise

August 4, 2026 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Loreen postpones her European tour to spring 2027, sparking major fan speculation regarding a potential Melodifestivalen and Eurovision comeback for Sweden. Loreen, the two-time Eurovision winner who brought the contest back to Sweden in 2023 and became the first woman to win the competition twice, was expected to embark on a European tour this coming autumn. However, the singer announced yesterday on her Instagram account that the tour has been postponed to spring 2027. The overlap between the newly rescheduled tour timeline and the upcoming national selection season has left fans asking whether the artist is busy preparing for Melodifestivalen. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Speculation is already running wild online, with hardcore fans passionately debating a potential comeback that could make her the absolute record holder for Eurovision wins and officially crown Sweden as the country with the most victories in the contest's history. Many online commentators claim she is already preparing for the 2027 competition and intends...

SMRTV Opens Applications for Dreaming San Marino Song Contest 2027

August 4, 2026 by Maor Heumann Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); SMRTV opens submissions for Dreaming San Marino Song Contest 2027, launching its national selection process for Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria. Following a failed qualification attempt last year, the Sammarinese national broadcaster SMRTV is not giving up and has opened registration for auditions for the national selection for Eurovision 2027. "Dreaming San Marino Song Contest 2027" will be used to select the microstate's representative for the highly anticipated competition in Bulgaria. Full details below. ‎ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); San Marino was one of the first countries to express interest in participating in the 2027 edition: Roberto Sergio, CEO of the Sammarinese national broadcaster, spoke about the very early preparations already being planned for Eurovision 2027 immediately following the first semi-final of Eurovision 2026. Unfortunately, the small nation failed to rank among the top 10 places to qualify for the Grand Final. According to the national broadcaster, registration for auditions has opened, and SMRTV expects around 240 participants. The selection contestants...

Germany To Select Its Eurovision 2027 Representative In February

August 4, 2026August 4, 2026 by Adiel Shtainmetz Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); SWR reveals behind-the-scenes details, submission rules, and the new expert team behind Germany's national final for Eurovision 2027. After Germany opened the path for new artists and songs to compete for the Eurovision 2027 ticket, new behind-the-scenes details of the selection process are now being revealed. A document sent to candidates on behalf of the national broadcaster SWR reveals what next year's national final is expected to look like - and hints at the changes awaiting on the way to choosing the next German entry. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Selection Process for 2027 According to the newly revealed information, the German national final for Eurovision 2027 is expected to take place in February, similar to this year. Although further details, including the official name of the selection, the hosting team, and the voting method, have not yet been published, a document revealed by SWR provides a first glimpse into how the participant selection process is expected to be...

BREAKING: Slovakia Will Not Participate in Eurovision 2027!

August 2, 2026 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Slovak national broadcaster STVR has confirmed that Slovakia will not participate in Eurovision 2027—however, it leaves the door open for a possible return in the future and expresses optimism. Following earlier reports that Slovakia was reconsidering the possibility of returning to Eurovision, the national broadcaster has now confirmed that this will not happen at Eurovision 2027; however, the door remains open for future participation, as previously reported. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Slovak national broadcaster has officially confirmed Slovakia’s absence from Eurovision 2027 in response to an inquiry by an Israeli Eurovision fan. According to the broadcaster: "Slovak participation in Eurovision is considered annually. However, due to the absence of a stable management at STVR and the current financial situation of the Slovak public national broadcaster, it was decided at a very early stage that participation is not feasible (under the present conditions)." The broadcaster, however, has not ruled out future participation entirely. As previously stated by Filip Púchovský, a...

Burgas Closes The Gap With Sofia In The Race To Host Eurovision 2027

August 2, 2026 by Talor Fishler Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The chances of Burgas hosting Eurovision 2027 have sharply increased. Here Are All the details on the turning point on the way to Bulgaria. Drama in the race to host Eurovision 2027 in Bulgaria: Following the delay of the host city announcement and while public and expert estimations have so far strongly leaned in favor of the capital Sofia, a sharp plot twist was recorded over the last 48 hours. The city of Burgas, previously considered to have no chance of hosting with slim odds of about 8% on betting sites, received a surprising boost. Its chances to win the bid surged to a peak of 33% yesterday, and today they have settled back towards 30%, making it a significant player in the battle to host the competition! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What happened In The last 48 Hours? Recent reports indicate that officials in Bulgaria, combined with local preparation teams, managed to present a cohesive infrastructure and hosting...

Exclusive: Monaco’s Government Confirms No Eurovision 2027 Comeback

July 31, 2026July 31, 2026 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In an exclusive email correspondence, Monaco's government officially confirms it will not participate in Eurovision 2027. Disappointment among Eurovision fans: the Principality of Monaco, which won the contest in 1971 and has been absent from it for 20 years, will not return to the stage for Eurovision 2027 either. For several years, fans of the competition have been full of hope for the possible return of the country, and now an official and final answer is given to the question of whether it will be seen again in the coming year. In the past, hope arose for Monaco's return to the competition, following the establishment of the Principality's new national broadcaster, TVMONACO. The network was even accepted as a full member of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which raised expectations for financial backing that would allow participation. However, a small network like this struggles to independently handle the high financial costs associated with the competition, and it seems...