Eurovision in Vienna is just less than a month away. In the lead-up to the start of rehearsals, we will get to know a bit more about this year’s artists, their discography, and their Eurovision 2026 journey so far. The next artist in this year’s preview is Portugal’s Bandidos do Cante.
Bandidos do Cante’s Eurovision Journey So Far
Bandidos do Cante won the right to represent Portugal at Eurovision following their win at Festival da Canção. They were one of the few acts to say they would go ahead and participate at Eurovision following most acts stating their refusal to go. They came second in the jury vote, and won the public vote. The group will perform fifth in the first semi final this May.
Bandidos do Cante’s song for Eurovision 2026 – “Rosa” – was written by the group themselves, as well as Francisco Pereira, Gançalo Narciso, Gui Alface and José Carlos Coelho Almeida Tavares.
What do we think of “Rosa”?
The team at That Eurovision Site has reacted to Portugal’s entry for Vienna. Rory gave his thoughts on “Rosa”, which you can check out below.
Who are Bandidos do Cante?
Bandidos do Cante are a five-piece vocal group from the Alentejo region of Portugal. Forming in 2022, the band is made up of Miguel Costa, Duarte Farias, Francisco Pestana, Francisco Raposo and Luís Aleixo. The band first released covers, before debuting original music in 2024, with their song “Amigos Coloridos” becoming the most listened to song on national radio for some time. The band released their first album in January 2026, right before their Festival da Canção participation.
Portugal’s Eurovision Journey
Portugal debuted in the Eurovision Song Contest with António Calvário’s “Oração” in 1964. Since then, Portugal has participated in the competition 55 times – appearing the final 46 times. Their only win in the competition came in 2017 with Salvador Sobral, performing his heart-wrenching song “Amar Pelos Dois”.
Portugal’s most recent participation was with NAPA with the song “Deslocado”. The band managed to qualify for the Grand Final and once there, they finished in 21st place. They received a total of 50 points, of which 37 points came from the jury and 13 points came the televote.
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