Song Contest Prediction Scorecard

How the Scoring Works

EuroScore uses a simplified version of the real Eurovision point system. After the grand final, the host enters the actual ranking. Each player's predictions are compared position by position.

Tiebreaker Rules

When two or more players end up with the same total, the winner is decided in this order:

1. Who correctly predicted the contest winner (1st place)?
2. Who had more exact-position matches across all countries?
3. Who scored more points on countries ranked 1st through 5th?

If players are still tied after all three checks, they share the win. No sudden-death rounds needed.

Running Your Pool on Contest Night

1. Hand out one scorecard to each player before the show starts.
2. Each player writes their predicted ranking (1st through last) for every country on their card.
3. After the final results are announced, the host fills in the "Real Ranking" column on the tally sheet.
4. The host scores each player's card using the points table above and writes the totals at the bottom.
5. Apply the tiebreaker rules if needed, then announce the winner.

Tip: Have each player write their name on their scorecard before the show. It saves confusion when collecting cards afterward.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Not updating the country list. The preset list is a best guess. Always check the official lineup and adjust before printing.
• Skipping the tally sheet. Without it, scoring by hand takes forever. Print one for the host every time.
• Letting players change predictions after the show. Set a clear deadline: all cards must be filled in before the first song starts.
• Forgetting the tiebreaker. Decide the tiebreaker rules before the contest so there are no arguments later.

Assumptions and Limits

This generator assumes a single grand final with one combined ranking. It does not model split jury and televote results, semi-final qualification, or the "rest of the world" vote introduced in recent years. The scoring table is designed to reward close predictions while keeping the math simple enough to do on paper.

If you want to run a pool for the semi-finals, generate a separate scorecard with only the semi-final countries. The same scoring rules apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this for past contests?

Yes. Just replace the country list with the lineup from any year and enter the real final ranking on the tally sheet.

What if a country withdraws?

Cross it off the scorecard and reduce the total on the tally sheet. The scoring still works as long as the host adjusts the final ranking.

How many players can I add?

There is no hard limit, but the print layout works best with up to 20 players. Beyond that, the scorecards get long.

Can I save my setup?

Use the Copy Share Link button to get a URL with your players and countries encoded. Bookmark it or send it to friends.