Eurovision Song Contest 2025: German Odds Plummet for Entry - was Raab's Choice Mistaken?
Unraveling the Eurovision Mystery: Germany's Journey with Abor & Tynna
The countdown to the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel has begun, and the spotlight is shining brightly on Germany, represented by the sibling duo Abor & Tynna. But will their entry, "Baller", be the game-changer or another blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment for the German contingent?
The Twist in the Tale: Abor & Tynna's Victory
Germany has been grappling with the infamous last-place finishes at the Eurovision Song Contest in recent times. Entertainer Stefan Raab stepped in to change the narrative, hosting the pre-selection show Chefsache ESC over the past few weeks. After the final on March 1, it was confirmed that Abor & Tynna, Austrian-origin siblings, would represent Germany at Eurovision.
Their song, "Baller," received 34.91% of the viewer votes in the final show, immediately grabbing the 13th spot on the official German charts. On the music streaming platform Spotify, the song has managed to accumulate nearly 3 million streams. However, the pre-selection and the song have faced extensive criticism since the final.
Betting Odds: A Bleak Forecast for Abor & Tynna
The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 is slated to take place on May 17 in Switzerland. The announcement that Stefan Raab would lead the ESC pre-selection sparked much enthusiasm among ESC fans. But a glance at the current betting odds dampens that enthusiasm.
Bookmakers give Germany little chance of winning, placing their entry at 24th out of 26. The odds for a victory by Abor & Tynna currently stand at 101.00, a far cry from a victory. Some nations, yet to determine their song, are ahead of Germany in the odds, such as France and Georgia.
The Eurovision Favorites: Who's at the Top?
- Sweden: KAJ - Bara bada bastu (3.50)
- Austria: JJ - Wasted love (4.00)
- Israel: Yuval Raphael - New Day Will Rise (5.50)
- France: Louane (7.00)
- Netherlands: Claude - C'est la vie (9.00)
German ESC fans are prevented from placing a bet on the competition winner, as entertainment bets are prohibited in Germany, with only sports bets permitted through the State Treaty on Gaming.
Germany and Eurovision: The Problematic Past
After winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 2010 with "Lena Meyer-Landrut," Germany's performance has been a rollercoaster ride over the years. The country has managed to reach the last place four times since 2010, and the second-last place three times. However, there was a glimmer of hope in 2018, when Michael Schulte reached fourth place at the ESC with his ballad "You Let Me Walk Alone." Whether Abor & Tynna can match this achievement remains to be seen.
The criticism for the duo's song and performance is growing on social media. Fans criticize the simplicity of the lyrics and Tynna's voice, fearing another embarrassment for Germany at Eurovision. The selection process, led by Stefan Raab, has faced harsh criticism for weeks, especially after the last-minute rule change which seemed to upset many fans.
Could Feuerschwanz Have Been a Better Choice?
The initial enthusiasm for Stefan Raab leading the German pre-selection has turned sour. The quality of the entries and the last-minute rule change have left fans disappointed. As the jury's pre-selection prevented audience favorite and fan favorite Feuerschwanz from reaching the final, many fans on social media argue that Germany might have had a better chance with Feuerschwanz and their song "Party in the Knightclub."
Stefan Raab's Controversial Decisions
The mood around the German pre-selection has significantly shifted since the initial excitement. Fans are increasingly questioning Stefan Raab's decisions, especially the last-minute rule change, and discussions are likely to continue until the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel.
- Despite Abor & Tynna's victory in the German pre-selection for Eurovision 2025, they face an unlikely win, as betting odds place them at 24th out of 26 contestants.
- The entertaining duo, Abor & Tynna, who will represent Germany at Eurovision, have been criticized for their song's simplicity and Tynna's voice, sparking fears of another embarrassment at the competition.
- Sports-betting enthusiasts in Germany are limited, as they are unable to place a bet on the Eurovision Song Contest winner due to the prohibition of entertainment bets in the country.
- In stark contrast to their 2010 victory with Lena Meyer-Landrut, Germany's Eurovision performances since then have been a series of constant low placements, with four last-place finishes and three second-last place finishes.
- Stefan Raab, who led the German pre-selection, has faced criticism for his decisions, including a last-minute rule change and the exclusion of crowd favorite and fan favorite Feuerschwanz from the final.
