If you caught our guide to watching Eurovision Semi-Final 1, you know the drama was as dazzling as the sequins. Tuesday’s show brought its fair share of surprises—some fan favorites didn’t make it through, sparking plenty of online debate. But now, it’s time to shift our focus to Semi-Final 2, airing tonight at 21:00 CEST. With 16 acts vying for a spot in the Grand Final, expect a night filled with bold performances and unexpected moments. Whether you’re here for the music, the spectacle, or the inevitable controversies, this semi-final promises to deliver.
Eurovision Semi-Final 2 kicks off with a nod to tradition and a promise of more unforgettable moments. Following the “Te Deum” opening, viewers are treated to another installment of Eurovision Unseen, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the magic that brings the contest to life.
Hazel Brugger and Sandra Studer then take the stage, greeting us with their signature charm and setting the tone for an electrifying evening. With the stage set and the competition fierce, let’s dive into the lineup of tonight’s performers and see who will rise to the occasion.
- 🇦🇺 Australia – “Milkshake Man” by Go-Jo
- 🇲🇪 Montenegro – “Dobrodošli” by Nina Žižić
- 🇮🇪 Ireland – “Laika Party” by EMMY
- 🇱🇻 Latvia – “Bur man laimi” by Tautumeitas
- 🇦🇲 Armenia – “Survivor” by Parg
- 🇦🇹 Austria – “Wasted Love” by JJ
- 🇬🇷 Greece – “Asteromata” by Klavdia
- 🇱🇹 Lithuania – “Tavo akys” by Katarsis
- 🇲🇹 Malta – “Serving” by Miriana Conte
- 🇬🇪 Georgia – “Freedom” by Mariam Shengelia
- 🇩🇰 Denmark – “Hallucination” by Sissal
- 🇨🇿 Czechia – “Kiss Kiss Goodbye” by ADONXS
- 🇱🇺 Luxembourg – “La poupée monte le son” by Laura Thorn
- 🇮🇱 Israel – “New Day Will Rise” by Yuval Raphael
- 🇷🇸 Serbia – “Mila” by Princ
- 🇫🇮 Finland – “Ich komme” by Erika Vikman
Apart from these 16 acts competing tonight, three of the Big Five countries are automatically qualified for the Grand Final and won’t perform in the semi-final. However, they will be voting tonight, and their support could be crucial for the finalists. Here are the Big Five countries voting in Semi-Final 2:
🇬🇧 United Kingdom – “What the Hell Just Happened” by Remember Monday
🇫🇷 France – “Maman” by Louane
🇩🇪 Germany – “Baller” by Abor and Tynna
Interval Acts
Tonight’s interval acts come from Switzerland, Lithuania, Azerbaijan, and Malta. We’ll also watch a special video about the cancellation of Eurovision 2020, followed by performances from four artists who were reselected to represent their countries the following year. Although they didn’t make it to the final with their 2021 songs, tonight they’ll take the stage once again to remind us of their incredible journeys.
New Qualifier Announcement Format
This year, the qualifiers for the Grand Final will be announced in a new and exciting way. Instead of revealing all the countries at once, the hosts will break the announcements into blocks of three countries.
Here’s how it works:
- The hosts will present each block of three countries, and from each block, one country will be announced as having earned its place in the Grand Final.
- This process will continue with additional blocks until all the qualifiers are revealed.
- No country will be part of more than three blocks during this process.
How to Watch the Contest
Starting at 21:00 CET viewers from the participating countries in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest 2025 can watch the Second Semi-Final on their respective national broadcaster’s TV channel or via their official web platforms.
For those outside the participating countries, the contest will be available to watch through a private network channel that offers international coverage of Eurovision.
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