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First Impressions of Cyprus' "Jalla" and What to Expect at Eurovision

Published February 9, 2026, 14:31

Following the official unveiling of the song "Jalla", which will represent Cyprus at this year's Eurovision Song Contest, Andreas Anastasiou, Press Representative of the Cypriot delegation, spoke on Alpha Cyprus's morning show, "Alpha Enimerosi", with Katia Savva. Andreas Anastasiou discussed both the strategy for the Cypriot participation and the stage presence being prepared, giving a first glimpse of what to expect at the European competition. He didn't reveal specific details of the staging but emphasized the team is working diligently to create a polished performance for the contest. The Cypriot participation in Eurovision is a significant event for Cyprus, and the team responsible for the delegation has set a goal to present a noteworthy performance that will positively showcase the country and its culture. The song "Jalla" has already received positive feedback from the public and critics, and expectations for the Cypriot participation are high. The delegation team is working diligently to capitalize on this positive energy and create a performance that will stand out.