The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 is heating up, and the excitement is palpable as the semi-finals approach. Semi-Final 2 has just concluded, and the qualifying acts for the grand final have been revealed. Australia, represented by the talented Delta Goodrem, delivered a knockout performance with her song 'Eclipse'. Goodrem's performance was nothing short of spectacular, showcasing her vocal prowess and stage presence. She soared above a piano, resplendent in gold, with a pyro waterfall as the backdrop, leaving the audience in awe. This qualification marks Australia's return to the grand final after a three-year absence.
Among the other qualifiers, Bulgaria's DARA with 'Bangaranga', Ukraine's LELÉKA with 'Ridnym', Norway's JONAS LOVV with 'YA YA YA', Romania's Alexandra Căpitănescu with 'Choke Me', Malta's AIDAN with 'Bella', Cyprus's Antigoni with 'JALLA', Albania's Alis with 'Nân', Denmark's Søren Torpegaard Lund with 'Før Vi Går Hjem', and Czechia's Daniel Zizka with 'Crossroads' all impressed the judges and audience alike. These acts will now compete in the grand final, vying for the coveted Eurovision trophy.
On the other hand, some notable acts missed out on qualification, including Azerbaijan's JIVA with 'Just Go', Luxembourg's Eva Marija with 'Mother Nature', Armenia's SIMÓN with 'Paloma Rumba', Switzerland's Veronica Fusaro with 'Alice', and Latvia's Atvara with 'Ēnā'. These artists will have to wait for their chance to perform in the contest, hoping to make it to the semi-finals in future editions.
The grand final is set to take place on Sunday, May 17, at 5:00 am AEST on SBS, with a repeat showing at 7:30 pm on the same day. Eurovision fans can look forward to an exciting night of music and entertainment, with the top acts competing for the title. As for Australia, Delta Goodrem's performance has already made a significant impact, and the country is eagerly awaiting the final running order to be announced.
