RTÉ to air Father Ted Eurovision episode in boycott of song contest

Ireland joins Spain and Slovenia, where broadcasters are also boycotting the 70th iteration of the song competition in protest against Israel’s war in Gaza

RTÉ 2 will air the sitcom’s Eurovision-themed episode 'A Song For Europe', where priests Ted and Dougal perform 'My Lovely Horse'.

The national broadcaster will show an episode of Father Ted in place of the final of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.

On Saturday night, RTÉ 2 will air the sitcom’s Eurovision-themed episode A Song For Europe, where priests Ted and Dougal perform My Lovely Horse, as it boycotts the contest over Israel’s participation.