You're reading: The Telegraph: Eurovision semi-final 2 – The failure of Ireland’s Nicky Byrne, Ukraine’s triumphant return

Historically, Ireland are brilliant at Eurovision. With someone as famous as Nicky from Westlife representing them this year, they ought to have been a shoo-in for the final. So, what happened guys? It seems we all forgot to vote. Sorry about that, green-eyed pals and ancestors.

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