Eurovision 2026 Odds Shift: Ukraine Drops to Ninth Place in Updated Betting Forecasts.

Updated Betting Odds for Eurovision 2026

According to Novyny.live: Bookmakers have revised their forecasts for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, set to be held in Vienna. According to the new data, Finland is now the favorite to win, while Ukraine has fallen to ninth place in the betting odds.

The contest is scheduled for May 12, 14, and 16, 2026, with semi-finals on May 12 and 14, and the grand final on May 16. It will take place at the Wiener Stadthalle, hosting representatives from 35 countries. This year's event will be hosted by Victoria Swarovski and Michael Ostrowski.

Participants and Ticket Prices

While participants will come from various nations, several countries have already declined to take part. The list of non-participants includes:

• Spain
• The Netherlands
• Ireland
• Slovenia
• Iceland

Ticket prices will start from 10 euros, with the most expensive tickets for the grand final costing up to 363 euros.

The current bookmakers' ranking for the contest is as follows:

• 1st place — Finland
• 2nd place — Greece
• 3rd place — Israel
• 4th place — Switzerland
• 5th place — Italy
• 6th place — Denmark
• 7th place — Bulgaria
• 8th place — France
• 9th place — Ukraine

These odds reflect the bookmakers' assessment of each country's chances of winning the upcoming contest. Betting odds are a popular, though unofficial, barometer of pre-contest hype and perceived strength.

Ukraine's participation in Eurovision always draws significant attention, given the nation's strong track record in the competition. Its drop in the betting rankings may indicate shifting perceptions of its entry's competitiveness this cycle. The withdrawal of several countries could also alter the competitive landscape and influence future odds. Observing changes in these rankings and public reaction to the competing acts will be a key part of the lead-up to the event in Vienna.