Akylas to Represent Greece in the Eurovision 2026 Song Contest
Akylas with the catchy "Ferto" is the presiding winner in the final competition to represent Greece in the Eurovision 2026 song contest.
greekreporter.comHere’s the latest on Greece at Eurovision 2026.
- Greece confirmed participation for Eurovision 2026 and announced plans for a national final format called Sing for Greece 2026, with semi-finals and a grand final, to select the Greek entry. This setup was reported after Greece’s 2025 performance and broadcaster decisions.[1][4]
- Akylas won Greece’s national selection with the song “Ferto,” earning Greece’s spot at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna. The final result and voting details were covered by Greek media and Wikipedia, noting Akylas as the Greek representative.[2][4]
- The national final involved multiple artists across semi-finals, culminating in a final where public voting determined advancement, with juries contributing to the final decision in some formats. Reports describe a three-night event with two semi-finals and a grand final staged in Athens, featuring presenters and notable guests.[3][1]
Key sources for current details:
- That Eurovision Site article confirming Greece’s participation and planned national final for 2026.[1]
- Greek Reporter coverage of Akylas winning with “Ferto”.[2]
- To Vima overview of the three-night national selection format and dates.[3]
- Wikipedia entry summarizing the selection process and Akylas’ win.[4]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest updates from official ERT announcements or provide a concise timeline of Greece’s national final events and voting results.