Portugal: Drama following support for Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026

Portugal: Drama following support for Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026

by Maor Heumann Comment Closed
 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Portugal’s national broadcaster faces internal protests after supporting Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, amid growing European calls for boycotts Over recent months, numerous voices in Portugal urged the country not to support Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026. Contestants in the Portuguese national selection announced they would withdraw if Israel took part, and Spain openly called on Portugal to join its stance. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, during Thursday’s conference, Portugal voted in favor of the new regulations and Israel’s continued participation in the competition. Internal Backlash at RTP Following the decision, Portugal’s national broadcaster RTP now faces growing internal conflict. According to local reports, several employees have expressed strong opposition to the network’s stance and to the decision not to withdraw from the contest under the current circumstances. The employees argue that Eurovision is entering one of the most polarized and controversial seasons in its history. They urge RTP’s management to reconsider its support and align with Spain, Slovenia, Ireland, and...
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‘Marquise’ Declares: “We Will Not Represent Portugal at Eurovision If Israel Participates”

‘Marquise’ Declares: “We Will Not Represent Portugal at Eurovision If Israel Participates”

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The band 'Marquise', competing in the Portuguese national selection, states it will refuse to represent Portugal at Eurovision 2026 if Israel participates, citing a new regulation that allows it to do so. The band Marquise, competing in the Portuguese national selection, has stated it will refuse to represent Portugal at Eurovision 2026 if Israel participates, revealing a new regulation that enables such a decision. Marquise, whose participation in Portugal’s national selection was recently confirmed, caused significant debate on social media after publishing an official statement clarifying that their participation in Festival da Canção 2026 does not obligate them to represent Portugal at Eurovision 2026 - should Israel remain part of the competition. This comes following changes introduced by the national broadcaster RTP to the contest’s regulations: the winning song is now eligible to represent Portugal at Eurovision, but unlike previous years, participation in the international contest is no longer mandatory. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Marquise’s Statement: “Participation in the National...
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Portugal: 660 Songs Submitted for “Festival da Canção 2026”!

Portugal: 660 Songs Submitted for “Festival da Canção 2026”!

by Adiel Shtainmetz Comment Closed
 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); RTP officially announced that 660 songs were submitted for "Festival da Canção 2026", which will determine its entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. Portugal’s national broadcaster revealed that a total of 660 songs were submitted for the local Eurovision selection show, "Festival da Canção 2026". This process will select Portugal’s entry for Eurovision 2026, set to take place in Vienna, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The national broadcaster officially declared that 660 songs were submitted for "Festival da Canção 2026", which will decide Portugal’s representative on the grand stage in Vienna. As we know, the submission window was open from September 25th to October 31st.​ This year, Portugal saw a moderate increase in entries compared to last year, although the number is still smaller than the extraordinary amount of submissions in 2024. Submissions' numbers in recent years: Festival da Canção 2023 - 667 songs. Festival da Canção 2024 - 809 songs. Festival da Canção 2025 - 633 songs. ...
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Is Spain Spreading Lies to Eliminate Israel from Eurovision? Portugal Strikes Back

Is Spain Spreading Lies to Eliminate Israel from Eurovision? Portugal Strikes Back

by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026 unfolds as a political drama: Portugal challenges Spain amid a media storm centered on Israel’s contested participation. Over the past two days, European news outlets have been abuzz with one question: will Portugal join the wave of countries threatening to boycott Eurovision 2026 if Israel remains in the contest? Today, Portugal provided a clear answer. But why did the suggestion of Israel’s expulsion spark friction between the Portuguese and Spanish national broadcasters, with Portugal dismissing Spain’s report as lies? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Yesterday, Spanish national broadcaster RTVE reported that Portugal was considering joining a boycott of Eurovision 2026 if Israel is allowed to remain in the competition. According to the report, Spain had already made clear it will withdraw for certain if Israel participates - joining other nations like Ireland, the Netherlands, and Slovenia. RTVE also hinted that Belgium might adopt a similar line, although this has not been officially declared. The claim was broadcast at...
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Portugal: Eurovision 2026 Entry to Be Selected on March 7th

Portugal: Eurovision 2026 Entry to Be Selected on March 7th

by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed
 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Portuguese national broadcaster RTP confirmed Portugal’s participation in Eurovision 2026, to be held in Vienna, Austria. The representative will be chosen via "Festival da Canção 2026". The Portuguese national broadcaster RTP officially announced that Portugal will participate in Eurovision 2026, to be held in Vienna, Austria. Portugal becomes the 29th country to express interest in joining Eurovision 2026, following Albania, Australia, Azerbaijan, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Norway, San Marino, Serbia, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the host country, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); How Will Portugal Choose Its Entry for Eurovision 2026? The Portuguese national broadcaster RTP confirmed that the format of "Festival da Canção 2026" would remain unchanged, consisting of two semi-finals and one grand final, where the winner will be selected to represent Portugal in Vienna. In each semi-final, eight songs will compete, and five will advance to the final. Four qualifiers will be chosen...
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Another Withdrawal? Winner of Festival da Canção Not Required to Represent Portugal in Eurovision

Another Withdrawal? Winner of Festival da Canção Not Required to Represent Portugal in Eurovision

by Maor Heumann Comment Closed
 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Portugal has yet to confirm its Eurovision 2026 participation. With major changes in its national selection, the option of withdrawing from the contest remains open The winner of Portugal’s national selection show, Festival da Canção 2026, will not be required to represent Portugal in Eurovision 2026, according to a report on ESC Discord. The country has not yet confirmed its Eurovision participation and is apparently waiting for a decision on Israel expected in December. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Meanwhile, preparations for the national selection are already underway. A teaser published in early September revealed changes to the method of choosing Portugal’s act for the competition. According to the report, the public will play a decisive role this time: starting tomorrow (Wednesday), an online voting round will open, in which viewers will be asked to select one of the national finalists. Online voting will also continue in the semi-finals and final, though it remains unclear how much weight it...
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Surprising lead: “Deslocado” by Napa Becomes today’s Eurovision 2025 Most-Streamed Song

Surprising lead: “Deslocado” by Napa Becomes today’s Eurovision 2025 Most-Streamed Song

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Despite finishing 21st in the Eurovision 2025 final, "Deslocado" by Napa has become the contest’s most-streamed song for a day, dominating charts and sparking a global digital success. Although the Portuguese band Napa and their song "Deslocado" did not achieve a notable result at Eurovision 2025 in Basel—ending up 21st in the final—their impact has been felt elsewhere. Initially ranked at the bottom of betting tables throughout the season, "Deslocado" has become a global hit, inspiring tens of thousands of TikTok videos and now for the first time holding the title of the daily most-streamed Eurovision 2025 song. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Dramatic Turn: Official Streaming Chart Upset Today, according to the Eurovision Charts Twitter account, the Portuguese entry "Deslocado" by Napa has surpassed the Estonian song "Espresso Macchiato" by Tommy Cash for the first time, now boasting the daily highest number of streams among all Eurovision 2025 tracks, with 573,684 Spotify streams. Most-streamed #Eurovision 2025 songs on Spotify (July 7): 🇵🇹 Deslocado...
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Portugal’s Second Rehearsal: NAPA Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

Portugal’s Second Rehearsal: NAPA Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Portugal’s Eurovision 2025 representative, NAPA, held their second rehearsal in Basel with the song "Deslocado." Stay tuned for all updates from Switzerland. NAPA, Portugal’s representative, were the seventh act to have their second rehearsal today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with their song "Deslocado". NAPA will perform as song number 7 in the first semi-final, scheduled for May 13. In the video, the band members appear on a stage lit with blue lights. The main LED screen displays a white-blue moon, and each member of the band is shown in a long, slow close-up as the camera slowly moves between them. The moon is eventually replaced by skyscrapers that blend seamlessly with the blue lighting. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Stage Design and Outfits While the band’s stage setup remains similar to what was seen at Festival da Canção, several new touches have been added for the Basel stage. The members now wear long-sleeved jackets or shirts in various colors, elevating...
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Portugal’s First Rehearsal: NAPA Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

Portugal’s First Rehearsal: NAPA Takes the Eurovision 2025 Stage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Portugal’s Eurovision 2025 representative, NAPA, held their first rehearsal in Basel with the song "Deslocado." Stay tuned for all updates from Switzerland. NAPA, Portugal’s representative, were the seventh and last act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with their song "Deslocado". NAPA will perform as song number 7 in the first semi-final, scheduled for May 13. Their song "Deslocado," performed in Portuguese (the seventh language featured today), explores the feeling of being out of place in a bustling city, while also finding comfort in the knowledge that home is always waiting. The emotional depth of the lyrics is reminiscent of traditional Portuguese Fado, yet the arrangement brings a fresh, summery energy to the stage. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Stage Design and Outfits While the band’s stage setup remains similar to what was seen at Festival da Canção, several new touches have been added for the Basel stage. The members now wear long-sleeved jackets or shirts in various colors,...
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Portugal: How to Take Part in the Eurovision Music Video!

Portugal: How to Take Part in the Eurovision Music Video!

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); NAPA, the band representing Portugal at Eurovision 2025, has invited people to participate in the official music video for their entry, "Deslocado." "Deslocado" (translated as: "Displaced") is the song that will be performed by NAPA band, representing Portugal as song number 13 at Eurovision 2025's first semi-fina on May 13 in Basel, Switzerland. The song does not yet have an official music video, and in a social media post, the band called on people to take part and explained how to do so. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The song expresses the deep feelings of a person who feels out of place in their current environment, longing intensely for their true home—the island of Madeira, Portugal. It also conveys the singer’s powerful connection to their homeland, where they find peace and tranquility, describing open spaces and a place from which they draw strength. Every word in the song is filled with the pain of leaving home and the hope of...
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