We predict the potential shock qualifiers from Eurovision 2026's First Semi-Final

We predict the potential shock qualifiers from Eurovision 2026's First Semi-Final

From The Euro Trip | Eurovision Podcast by The Euro Trip

May 11, 2026 · 52 min · Episode 195

About this episode

The episode discusses predictions for the qualifiers of Eurovision 2026's First Semi-Final with insights from artists and the Executive Producer.

We look ahead to the first live show with the help of the artists, some familiar faces, and Eurovision 2026 Executive Producer Michael Krön. As the first 15 countries take to the stage in the Wiener Stadthalle, we ask who will qualify? And who could miss out? With Finland continuing to top the odds we catch up with Assistant Head of Delegation Matti Myllyaho to find out how his country are dealing with the pressure of being Eurovision favourites this week, while Helena Steinhart from Vienna Tourism returns to share her joy as fans arrive here in Vienna. This year we're delighted to be teaming up with the Europarty app to help you bring even more enjoyment to this year's Eurovision season. Click this link to sign up to The Euro Trip + on Patreon for just £4.99 a month. Follow us on  Twitter , Instagram & TikTok  or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at  eurotrippodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: The Euro Trip

Guests: Matti Myllyaho, Helena Steinhart

Topics covered

  • Eurovision
  • music
  • live show
  • qualifiers
  • artists
  • pressure
  • fan experience

Keywords

  • Eurovision 2026
  • qualifiers
  • Matti Myllyaho
  • Helena Steinhart
  • Wiener Stadthalle
  • Finland
  • Europarty

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Europarty

Places: Wiener Stadthalle, Finland, Vienna

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