Sweden Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2025: Melodifestivalen to Select Entry

Sweden’s national broadcaster, SVT, has officially confirmed to ESCToday that Sweden will participate in the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest 2025, which will be held in Switzerland. This confirmation adds Sweden to the growing list of countries set to compete in next year’s prestigious musical event.

Melodifestivalen to Determine Sweden’s 2025 Eurovision Entry

After hosting the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden is gearing up for another competitive year. SVT has announced that it will continue to use its renowned national selection process, Melodifestivalen, to choose the country’s representative for the 2025 contest. More details about Melodifestivalen 2025 will be released in due course.

Melodifestivalen, a beloved national tradition since 1959, has only been skipped twice, in 1964 and 1976, when Sweden did not compete in Eurovision. This long-standing competition is celebrated for its high production values and has consistently produced strong contenders for the Eurovision stage.

Sweden’s Recent Eurovision Journey

In the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, Marcus & Martinus represented Sweden with their song “Unforgettable,” finishing 9th in the Grand Final with a total of 174 points. This included a top score of 12 points from the German jury, marking another successful entry for Sweden.

Sweden has a rich history in Eurovision, debuting in 1958 and securing seven victories (1974, 1984, 1991, 1999, 2012, 2015, and 2023). The country has hosted the contest six times in Stockholm, Malmö, and once in Gothenburg. With 63 participations to date, Sweden has become one of the most successful countries in Eurovision, boasting 11 top 10 finishes in the past 13 years alone.

Looking Forward to 2025

As Sweden prepares for Eurovision 2025, the anticipation around Melodifestivalen is palpable. This national selection process is not just a means to choose an entry, but a cultural event that captivates audiences across the nation. Fans eagerly await the announcement of the 2025 participants, hoping to see another strong contender emerge to represent Sweden on the international stage.

With its continued commitment to excellence in Eurovision, Sweden remains a formidable competitor. The country’s strategic approach, combining national tradition with a focus on quality and performance, keeps it at the forefront of the Eurovision Song Contest year after year.

Stay tuned for more updates on Sweden’s journey to Eurovision 2025 and the unfolding excitement of Melodifestivalen.

Source: ESCToday