Problems at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest

May 16, 2026, 08:45
EuropeInternational

Introduction

The Eurovision Song Contest is happening in Vienna. Some countries are not in the show. There are also problems with Israel.

Main Body

Five countries do not want to play. These countries are Spain, Ireland, Iceland, the Netherlands, and Slovenia. Spain says Israel cannot be in the show because of the war in Gaza. The EBU is the group that runs the show. They did not stop Israel from playing. Some people think the EBU wants money from an Israeli company. Other people think Germany wants Israel to stay. There was another problem with the Israeli singer, Noam Bettan. His team told people to give him all ten votes. The EBU said this was wrong. Now, singers from Finland and Australia are the favorites to win.

Conclusion

The final show is tonight in Vienna. Twenty-five countries will sing, but many people are still protesting.

Learning

πŸ’‘ Focus: Describing 'Who' and 'What' (Subject + Verb)

To reach A2, you need to build clear, short sentences. Look at how this text tells us who is doing what:

  • The EBU (Who) β†’\rightarrow runs (Action) β†’\rightarrow the show (What).
  • Five countries (Who) β†’\rightarrow do not want (Action) β†’\rightarrow to play (What).
  • Germany (Who) β†’\rightarrow wants (Action) β†’\rightarrow Israel to stay (What).

πŸ› οΈ Quick Tip: The 'S' Rule

Notice how the verb changes when we talk about one person or group:

  • Countries (Many) β†’\rightarrow do not want.
  • Spain (One) β†’\rightarrow says.
  • The EBU (One group) β†’\rightarrow wants.

🌍 Word Bank for A2

  • Protesting: Saying 'No' to something you think is wrong.
  • Favorites: The people most likely to win.

Vocabulary Learning

countries
A nation or state; a group of people living in one place.
Example:Many countries joined the contest.
show
An event where people watch performances.
Example:The show started at 7 pm.
play
To perform or participate in a game or event.
Example:They will play in the competition.
war
A conflict between countries.
Example:The war in Gaza caused problems.
song
A musical piece that is sung.
Example:The song was very popular.
group
A number of people working together.
Example:The group organized the event.
company
A business that sells goods or services.
Example:The company sponsored the contest.
vote
A choice or opinion expressed in a poll.
Example:She gave all ten votes to the singer.
favorite
Most liked or preferred.
Example:They are the favorites to win.
protest
To express disagreement publicly.
Example:People are protesting the decision.