Eurovision 2025: Betting Odds After the Second Rehearsals
By Ioannis Ampatzidis
Excitement grows. The 69th Eurovision Song Contest nears. Days remain before the show. Betting odds now stand after the second round of rehearsals. Fans and bookmakers connect the dots as the semi-final nears.
Sweden Remains the Favorite
Sweden holds the top spot. The country wins much in past years. Although odds changed a bit, its chance stays high. With Kaj’s entry, odds for a win sit near 2.00 to 2.25. Sweden beats odds by many numbers.
Austria Emerges as a Strong Rival
Next, Austria gains ground. JJ sings "Wasted Love," and his show lifts the odds. The bets rise to a range of 3.1 to 3.6. Austria now sticks close to Sweden in the race.
France Looks to End a Long Drought
France comes in third. Louane works for her nation’s first win in almost 50 years. After rehearsals, her numbers lie between 8.00 and 13.00. The figures show progress, though wins remain tough.
Israel and Finland Complete the Top Five
Israel locks in fourth. Its odds now reach up to 19.00. Finland takes fifth. Their odds now near 26.00, and gains look good as the show nears.
Belgium Climbs the Ranks; Netherlands Struggles
Belgium moves higher. Red Sebastian’s act earns bets from 13.00 to 29.00. The Netherlands falls back. After Claude’s second try, bets jump to as high as 31.00. The nation moves to seventh.
Estonia, Malta, and Switzerland Make Moves
Estonia steps ahead. Tommy Cash’s act keeps odds at nearly 51.00. Malta moves to ninth with clear signs of support. Switzerland, the host this year, shows a notable climb. Its odds now range from 26.00 to 67.00. ## Cyprus and Greece Experience Mixed Results
Cyprus sits at the 13th spot in bets. Its numbers range from 41.00 to 101.00. Theo Evan’s “Shh” thrills many and adds hope for a top ten spot. Greece, however, drops to 21st. Klavdia’s “Asteromata” has odds from 81.00 to 301.00, a sign of shaky support.
Looking Ahead to the Grand Final
The big question stands: Can Sweden win an eighth time in Basel, or will another nation rise to win? Fans wait as live shows draw near. The odds for Cyprus and Greece also spark much hope and talk. Stay tuned to Eurovisionfun for more news as the contest moves on.
Two days remain until the first semi-final. The air fills with hope, and the show is set to bring great music and moments.
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