It's time for the second Eurovision semi-final and after all the drama of the first one, here's how you can bet on the outcome, including the biggest odds, best bookmakers and sign up offers.
Competition favourites backed up their reputation by cruising through the first semi-final in Basel, Switzerland, alongside the likes of Norway, Albania, Iceland, Netherlands, Poland, San Marino, Estonia, Portugal and Ukraine.
Now it's time for the second semi-final from St. Jakobshalle and some of the big hitters are going for glory and reaching the main event on May 17.
There are many ways to bet on the competition, including different markets, big sign up offers and much more.
With that in mind, here's all you need to know about the second semi-final from Switzerland, live on BBC One on Thursday, May 17.
Eurovision Semi-Final 2: Who Will Join the UK in the Final?
As the United Kingdom automatically qualifies for the final alongside hosts Switzerland the remaining 'Big Five' of France, Italy, Germany and Spain, there are 10 more spots up for grabs in the second semi-final.
Israel are currently the favourite to win the semi-final at 4/5 with Sky Bet. Finland and Austria are the next best competition, with odds of 3/1 from Unibet, BetMGM and Livescore Bet on the Fins with Paddy Power and Betfair providing odds of 11/2 on the Austrians.
Here's a rundown of the odds for nations to qualify, with 10 of the 15 nations below making it through to the showpiece event on Saturday night!
Odds to Qualify for the Eurovision Song Contest Final:
- Austria: 1/100
- Finland: 1/50
- Israel: 1/50
- Malta: 1/10
- Australia: 1/5
- Lithuania: 1/4
- Czech Republic: 1/4
- Greece: 1/3
- Luxembourg: 4/7
- Ireland: 10/11
- Serbia: 1/1
- Latvia: 6/5
- Denmark: 6/4
- Armenia: 6/4
- Georgia: 9/1
- Montenegro: 10/1
Eurovision: The Biggest Bookmakers and Sign Up Offers
Plenty of bookmakers are providing numerous markets for the Eurovision Song Conest second semi-final.
While there are no specific sign up offers dedicated to the continental event, you can use the below offers to bet on a number of Eurovision markets, and will result in you claiming a host of amazing free bets!
Sky Bet Sign Up Offer: Bet 5p on Eurovision and get £30 in Free Bets
First up is Sky Bet and its sign-up offer of bet 5p and get £30 in free bets.
Your qualifying wager can be as little as 5p on any market you like, including the Eurovision Song Contest semi-final 2.
For that, you will be getting £30 in free bets, which will come in the form of 3 x £10. For more information, click on the button below!
Skybet
- 24/7 live chat support
- Some of the best price boosts in the market
- Intuitive user experience
Betfred Sign Up Offer: Bet £10 on Eurovision, Get £50 in Free Bets
Betfred has one of the biggest bonuses around and should be used if you're looking to sign up to a new bookmaker ahead of the second semi-final!
The bookmaker is offering some of the best odds around for the semi-finals and you can capitalise on that by signing up as a new customer and getting a giant £50 in free bets!
All you have to do is join Betfred and make a qualifying wager of £10 on the Eurovision song contest semi-final 2 or any other market. You will then be rewarded with £50 in free bets. You won't find many offers bigger so click on the offer button now!
Betfred
- Huge range of regular promotions
- 24/7 live chat service
- PickYourPunt builder for custom bets
BetMGM Sign Up Offer: Bet £10 and Get £40 in Free Bets
Another very generous generic sign up offer comes from BetMGM.
With the American bookie, you can pocket £40 in free bets when you sign up and make a qualifying wager of £10.
This £10 can go on multiple markets, including betting on the Eurovision the second semi-final, as long as it meets the qualifying conditions.
To find out more, make sure you click on the offer below and those £40 free bets could be yours ahead of the Eurovision final!
BetMGM UK
Paddy Power Offer: Bet £5 on Eurovision Semi-Final, Get £30
The Paddy Power sign up offer gives customers £30 in free bets when they sign up and spend £5 on the Eurovision Song Contest.
The Irish bookmaker is awash with betting markets on the second Eurovision semi-final, making it one of the best places to bet on the song contest from Switzerland this week!
Paddy Power
- Trusted parent company
- Industry leader in promotions/marketing
- Competitive pricing
Betfair Sign Up Offer: Bet £10 on Eurovision, Get £50 in Free Bets
Lastly is Betfair Sportsbook and another bookmaker where you will find excellent value on all things Eurovision Song Contest.
The bookie is providing some of the most competitive odds on the second semi-final and if you're yet to become a member, then this sign up offer is the one for you.
Join today and when you place a £10 bet, you can get £50 in free bets, which you can then use on the Eurovision Song Contest.
Click below for more details!
Betfair Sportsbook
- Very strong sign up offer
- Flush and fast app available on both iOS and Android
- Extensive betting content site via betting.betfair
How Can I Watch the Eurovision Semi-final?
For those wanting to watch all the action in UK, then it's good news that you can watch the second Eurovision Song Contest Semi-final for free!
The second semi-final takes place on Thursday, May 15, and will be broadcast live on BBC One, iPlayer, Radio Two and BBC Sounds from 8pm BST.
