could probably do a lot better than people are predicting.
My perception this year is that what is good for the Eurovision Bubble is not that good for the unaffiliated, casual viewer at home.
So, anything that is cheesy, plastic or dramatic gets overhyped by Eurofans but falls completely flat with regular people, who don't care about the latest ESC gossip but just for the music.
By that I mean Austria, even more so Ireland or Denmark and other countries could pull a shock win or at least a Top 10.
I really feel that
or
have that strong casual appeal that could carry them to the top. They deserve the Common Linnet award this year. They are the overlooked gems this year.
On the other hand, I feel now that
is way too dramatic to pull off a good result and the duet really comes along like a "The Voice" battle.
The most popular bet is Finland at the moment with 16/1. I think that tells us something as well. I wouldn't be surprised if they win.
Oh, I almost forgot about