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  • Tuesday, 05 November 2024
Eurovision 2024 Semi Final Results

Eurovision 2024 Semi Final Results

 

Luxembourg and Ireland Shine, Croatia Favored for Victory

The first semifinal of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest delivered thrilling results, with 10 countries advancing to the grand final and five bidding farewell to the competition.

 

Advancing Countries

Luxembourg and Ireland stole the spotlight, marking their presence after significant absences. Luxembourg's Talia and Ireland's Bambie Thug impressed with their performances, promising a memorable showdown in the grand final.

 

Ireland's Return

Bambie Thug's "Doomsday Blue" broke Ireland's semifinal curse, offering a unique blend of electro-metal sounds. Thug, the first nonbinary artist to represent Ireland, aims for a breakthrough, potentially securing Ireland's highest Eurovision ranking in decades.

 

Luxembourg's Historic Moment

Talia, representing Luxembourg, captured hearts with "Donne-Moi Une Chance," marking the grand duchy's return to Eurovision after nearly three decades. Talia's performance signifies a historic moment for Luxembourg on the Eurovision stage.

 

Other Qualifying Countries

Joining Luxembourg and Ireland in the grand final are Croatia, Cyprus, Finland, Lithuania, Portugal, Serbia, Slovenia, and Ukraine, each showcasing diverse musical styles and talents.

 

Eliminated Countries

Despite their best efforts, Australia, Azerbaijan, Iceland, Moldova, and Poland faced elimination based on public votes during the live broadcast, bidding farewell to the Eurovision stage for this year.

 

Predictions and Expectations

Croatia emerges as a frontrunner, with odds in their favor for a potential first victory. With intense competition ahead, anticipation mounts for a thrilling grand final showdown.

 

Upcoming Semifinal

The excitement continues with the second semifinal featuring 16 countries vying for a spot in the grand final. Viewers can catch the action live on Peacock in the U.S., with the grand final set to follow on Saturday.

 

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