Bulgaria Triumphs at Eurovision 2026 with 516 Points, Greece's Akylas Finishes 10th
Eurovision Song Contest 2026 was won by Bulgaria with 516 points after a thriller finish against Israel – Akylas finished 10th for Greece

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Bulgaria won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest held in Vienna with 516 points, thanks to Dara's performance of 'Bangaranga.' Israel finished second with 343 points, while Greece's Akylas placed 10th with 220 points, lower than expected. The competition featured a thrilling finish and a diverse lineup of entries.
- 01Dara's winning song 'Bangaranga' was co-written by Dimitris Kontopoulos, Monoir, and Anne Judith Stokke Wik.
- 02The top five countries included Israel, Romania, Australia, and Italy, with Israel receiving boos during the voting.
- 03Akylas's entry, 'Ferto,' received 220 points, significantly lower than predictions had suggested.
- 04Cyprus's Antigoni finished in 19th place with her song 'Jalla,' earning 75 points.
- 05The final ranking showed Bulgaria leading with 516 points, followed by Israel and Romania.
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The 70th Eurovision Song Contest concluded in Vienna with Bulgaria's Dara emerging victorious, receiving 516 points for her captivating performance of 'Bangaranga.' The song, crafted by a talented international team including Greek composer Dimitris Kontopoulos, Romanian hitmaker Monoir, and Norwegian songwriter Anne Judith Stokke Wik, showcased a blend of musical influences. Israel, which briefly led the competition, finished in second place with 343 points, amid a mixed reception from the audience. Romania, Australia, and Italy rounded out the top five. Greece's Akylas, performing 'Ferto,' placed 10th with 220 points, falling short of pre-competition expectations. Cyprus's Antigoni, with her entry 'Jalla,' ended in 19th place, garnering 75 points. The final results reflected a competitive field, with Bulgaria's win marking a significant achievement in the contest's history.
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