Eurovision 2025 kicks off with drama: Belgium is eliminated and Portugal pulls off the upset.

The first semi-final of the Eurovision 2025, held in Basel, was marked by two major events: the unexpected release of the Belgian representative, yet among the favourites, and a poignant video intervention by Celine Dion, reviving the hopes of an appearance at the grand finale. A dramatic coup for Belgium at the Eurovision 2025 [...]

The first gala of the Basel festival featured Melody's performance and a show full of excitement.Portugal passes and Belgium comes out by surprise in the first Eurovision semifinal 2025

The first semifinal of Eurovision 2025, held this Tuesday, May 13, in Basel, Switzerland, produced a mix of confirmed favorites, unexpectedly eliminated candidates, and a Spanish nod that didn't go unnoticed. In a vibrant gala broadcast on RTVE's La 1 channel with the usual commentary by Tony Aguilar and Julia Varela, the top ten qualifying countries were determined... Origin