Iceland Eurovision history Iceland finished second in both 1999 and 2009 and remains one of the Contest’s most prominent countries still seeking a first win.
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Podium record Iceland has 2 verified Grand Final podium finishes in the 1957–2026 archive: 0 wins, 2 second places and 0 third places.
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Runner-up record Iceland has finished second in the Eurovision Grand Final 2 times : 1999, 2009.
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Iceland at Eurovision 2027 Participation: Awaiting official 2027 list
Selection status: Entry details pending
Six of RÚV's nine board members have recommended that Iceland stay out of Eurovision 2027 unless Israel is excluded. The resolution is a recommendation rather than the final participation decision: RÚV management says it has not yet made that decision, while the EBU is expected to allow broadcasters another opportunity during October to confirm participation.
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