Akylas represents Greece at the Eurovision 2026 grand final

On Saturday, May 16, Greek representative Akylas performed the song "Ferto" during the Eurovision 2026 grand final. The stage direction was curated by Fokas Evangelinos, with additional performers Parthena Chorozidou, Michalis Michailidis, Christos Nikolaou, and Konstantinos Makrypidis. The performance, which addressed themes of greed and overconsumption, featured a video game motif where Akylas appeared as a character. The act included him riding a scooter and interacting with a three-room structure displaying the message "I want glory, eternity, and money." The performance also featured a personal segment dedicated to the singer's relationship with his mother. Before the show, the BBC highlighted the Greek delegation in its promotional coverage. The performance received positive feedback from the arena audience, with fans chanting lyrics from the song.