Choosing Eurovision 2027 Host City Sparks Major Scandal
The selection of the host city for Eurovision 2027 has been delayed due to a conflict in Bulgaria between the broadcaster, the government, and the EBU. The main contenders are Sofia and Burgas. The broadcaster supports Sofia, while the authorities and the EBU lean towards Burgas. The reasons include political disagreements and funding issues. A decision is expected in the coming days.
The selection of the host city for the Eurovision 2027 contest has been delayed and is accompanied by a conflict in Bulgaria. Organizers have not named the venue several days after the expected announcement date. According to Bulgarian media, the main battle is between Sofia and Burgas. Disagreements have arisen between the Bulgarian National Television, the country's government, and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). The broadcaster favors Sofia, while the authorities and, according to media reports, EBU representatives lean towards Burgas. The reasons cited are political disagreements and differing views on funding and organization. Infrastructure readiness is also being discussed: the availability of a concert arena, preparation timelines, and the possibility of holding large-scale rehearsals. Experts note that no single party can make a final decision on its own: the government is responsible for funding, the broadcaster for organization, and the EBU for compliance with international requirements. Forecasts are constantly changing: previously Sofia was considered the favorite, now the chances of the cities are almost equal. A decision is expected to be announced in the coming days.