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Eurovision final lineup confirmed after 5 more countries are sent packing
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The lineup for the final of the Eurovision Song Contest has been decided, with five more countries sent home after the second semifinal on Thursday. Those heading for the final include Denmark’s Søren Torpegaard Lund with the sultry “Før Vi Går Hjem” (“Before We Go Home”), Australian star Delta Goodrem with power ballad “Eclipse” and Bulgarian singer Dara with the catchy “Bangaranga.” Five countries — Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Iceland — are boycotting Eurovision this year because of Israel’s inclusion.
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