The grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest is going to kick off in Basel, Switzerland in just under two hours. Behind the scenes at the St Jakobshalle arena, the 26 finalists are likely adding the final touches to their stage make-up, as they limber up for their big moment.

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So after two semi finals, with 20 countries making it through and 11 sent packing, it all comes down to this - Saturday night is the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. And a huge global audience is expected to tune in as a new winner is crowned in Basel and Sweden remain the ones to beat.