Albania: Aussievision’s Festivali i Këngës 64 rankings for Eurovision 2026

The Aussievision team rankings of Albania's Eurovision 2026 selection Festivali i Këngës 64 (FiK64)

National Finals season is alive and kicking with our second Aussievision Team Rankings for Eurovision 2026.

Albania will select their entry to head over to Vienna through their show, Festivali i Këngës (FiK), which has been an annual staple in Albanian households for over 60 years.

The show has been used to determined Albania’s representative to Eurovision since their debut in 2004.

FiK64 will be held in the Palace of Congresses in the Albanian capital, Tirana.  The show spans over four nights, where artists will be selected by a jury over two semi-finals to go to the Grand Final. 

It all culminates into a winner being announced (through a 50% jury, 25% online, and 25% SMS split vote) during the Grand Final on Saturday 20 December (Sunday morning for Australia).

Eleven Aussievision team members have heard all 28 songs and scored them Eurovision-style, from 12 points down to 1.

So who topped the rankings?  Let’s reveal the full results and our favourite FiK 64 entry.

Results:

=26. Sihana Haxhnikaj – Horizont – 0 points.

=26. Gresa Gjocera & Bledi Kaso – Busulla e zemrës – 0 points.

=26. Frensi – Tresh – 0 points.

25. Rezarta Smaja – Balukeprera – 1 point.

=23. Gerta Mahmutaj – Në krahët e tu – 2 points.

=23. Erand Sojli – Të kam në fron – 2 points.

=21. 2 Farm – Valle mbi hi – 5 points.

=21. Erik Lloshi – Dy pika dashuri – 5 points.

=19. Malvina Likaj – Përtej shpirtit – 6 points.

=19. Savjana Vjerdha – ID – 6 points.

18. Kamela Islamaj – Pa pretendime – 7 points.

17. Endri Kaçaçi – Si Unë – 10 points.

16. Vedat Ademi – Kur Fjala Mbaron – 14 points.

=14. Kimi – Prap diell del – 16 points.

“Kimi has such an interesting voice.  Rough and raspy, yet soft and cute at the same time.  I find it really endearing.  This song just makes me smile.  With some on-stage charisma and a few ad-libbed noted here and there, this could be a wonderfully charming performance!” ~ Rebecca.

=14. Lynx – Nuk kthehem pas – 16 points.

13. Evi Reçi – Kodi i jetës – 22 points.

12. Luna Çausholli - Pa kufij – 23 points.

“This is going to elevate live.  I got hooked from the first listen.  The chorus is super catchy!” ~ Kyriakos.

11. Lorenc Hasrama – Lamtumirë – 24 points.

“A simple yet beautiful ballad!  Honestly it sounds like a Sanremo song!  Hooked from first listen, it gets my 12 points!” ~ Kyriakos.

Our Top 10

10. Enxhi Nasufi – Dritë – 25 points.

Highs: 8 points from Dale, 6 points from Hayley.

Lows: 0 points from Liv, Rebecca, Srdjan, Craig, Kyriakos; 1 point from Domenic.

“Enxhi's song is as subtle as an Albanian ballad can be, at least in this selection.  The song builds and builds until the very last note.  A well-crafted and well-sung song.” ~ Paul.

9. Kleansa Susaj – Hije – 26 points

Highs: 12 points from Paul, 8 points from Liv.

Lows: 0 points from Cooper, Domenic, Rebecca, Dale, Srdjan, Craig, Kyriakos, Hayley.

“A smooth reggaeton-style song that is an absolute banger.  Albania has been foreshadowing a silky-smooth banger for years, and this could be the one to take it out.” ~ Paul.

“There is something always so delicate but powerful about Kleansa's entries.  I wouldn't discount her for an outside chance to place in the festival this year!” ~ Liv.

8. Sara Kapo – Të dua shumë – 30 points

Highs: 12 points from Hayley, 5 points from Craig.

Lows: 0 points from Cooper, Liv, Joel, Paul, Kyriakos.

“This really reminds me of The Cure's Primary – love that bass line!  Kinda 80s throwback - so moody!” ~ Hayley.

7. THREEX – Vite – 36 points

Highs: 8 points from Cooper, Kyriakos; 7 points from Srdjan, Craig.

Lows: 0 points from Domenic, Rebecca, Dale, Paul, Hayley.

6. Rigersa Loka – Albanian Heart – 38 points.

Highs: 12 points from Dale; 7 points from Liv, Joel.

Lows: 0 points from Rebecca, Paul, Srdjan, Craig, Hayley; 2 points from Kyriakos.

“Look there is a retro Eurovisionness about this I just can't deny my love for.  It's dramatic, has some slight contemporary notes with peaks and troughs that lends itself to a cracking live performance.  It is one of the few entries that has a completed structure that I most want to go back and listen to.” ~ Dale.

5. Ghiti – Okej – 39 points

Highs: 10 points from Paul, 7 points from Domenic.

Lows: 0 points from Liv, Dale, Craig; 2 points from Cooper, Hayley.

“A dancefloor filler with killer vocals.  This really stands out in FiK64 - and, with the right staging, this could be a contender to win!” ~ Paul.

"This is such an interesting song that had me really engaged for the first minute, but it just falls a bit flat on the chorus.  They're too normal for what started out as a very unique song!  So, my heart is divided here." ~ Rebecca.

4. Sheila – Zemra e Tokës – 51 points.

Highs: 12 points from Domenic; 10 points from Craig, Hayley.

Lows: 0 points from Rebecca, Joel, Paul, Kyriakos; 1 point from Liv.

“This song had me hooked from the first second.  It's lowkey, but full of energy.  Well-produced, modern, with the flame of cultural, authentic sounds.  Will be very interested to hear how this sounds live at FiK with the orchestra.” ~ Domenic.

“90s world music is back baby!  This is hypnotic and extremely well-produced.  I just hope it doesn't get eaten alive by the FiK stage, because this feels like the sort of thing which would have a natural home at the Eurovision Song Contest (think Serbia 2018).” ~ Craig.

“What a banger!  This so would have had my 12 points were it not for the use of autotune.” ~ Hayley.

"I love this, but it's more chilling by the Albanian Riviera with a drink in hand, compared to the drama of the FiK stage that I expect. ~ Dale

3. Fifi & Tiri Gjoci – Rri – 61 points.

Highs: 10 points from Domenic; 8 points from Joel, Paul, Hayley.

Lows: 0 points from Rebecca, Craig; 4 points from Kyriakos.

“Always been weak for Albanian pop and this encompasses everything that gets me hooked.” ~ Domenic.

“Atmospheric, dramatic, and well-sung.  A clear ready-for-Eurovision song that definitely gets your heart racing.” ~ Paul.

2. Inis Neziri – Ta kam fal – 73 points.

Highs: 12 points from Cooper; 10 points from Liv, Joel, Srdjan.

Lows: 0 points from Kyriakos, Hayley; 3 points from Rebecca.

“Wow!  This year is a very strong FIK lineup, any other year this could be a runaway favourite.  Inis has returned with an entry that perfects the ethno-pop trend that can be seen heavily in this year’s selection.  This would do extremely well for Albania and personally I would love Inis to finally make it to Eurovision!” ~ Cooper.

“Another cracking entry from Inis, I have no doubt she will bring another compelling stage show that will stand out on the night.  The production is unmistakably sophisticated compared to most of the female upbeat entries this year.” ~ Liv.

“What a banger!  Sure to fill up the dancefloor, this is not the type of song Albania typically sends to Eurovision, which is why it would feel very refreshing coming from them.” ~ Srdjan.

1. Alis – Nân – 95 points.

Highs: 12 points from Liv, Rebecca, Joel, Srdjan, Craig; 10 points from Cooper, Dale.

Lows: 0 points from Hayley; 4 points from Domenic, Paul.

“Apart from the fact men typically place worse at FiK than women in recent history, I would call Nân the most obvious winner in years!  Not only does this stand out for all the right reasons, it has all those unique and authentic boxes ticked that the juries would go for which have let down other popular pop girlies.” ~ Liv.

“Alis really proved himself last year and has come back swinging with this entry!  The choral vibes are immaculate.  The drama is perfection.  And the lyrics?  Fittingly powerful for such a heartbreaking theme. It all comes together in a spectacular package that I'm really excited to see performed live.” ~ Rebecca.

“So epic and cinematic!  Gives me goosebumps every time I listen to it; no other song in this selection has had that effect on me.” ~ Srdjan.

“I love me a big dramatic Albanian man-ballad, and this is delivering in spades.  The driving beat, the overwhelming production, Alis' voice - it's been a while since Albania sent something in this vein, and I think this is the year to try.” ~ Craig.

“On first listen my jaw was on the floor the entire song. Alis is created an entry that is the definition of epic.  With staging that continues the grand scale of the production and vocals, this could easily give Albania one of its best results ever at Eurovision.” ~ Cooper.

“Alis is bringing DRAMA to this song, that opening just hits you immediately, and he showcases his masterful vocal ability throughout.  It has the most potential but definitely needs a revamp to truly take me on a cohesive journey.” ~ Dale.

Where to watch FiK64:

You can watch Festivali i Këngës 64 on the Albanian broadcaster RTSH's official YouTube channel and through the FiK – Festivali i Këngës"app.  The four-night schedule for FiK64 is as follows:

• First Semi-Final: Wednesday 17 December 21:00 CET (Thursday morning 7:00am AEDT in Australia)

• Second Semi-Final: Thursday 18 December 21:00 CET (Friday morning 7:00am AEDT in in Australia)

• Nostalgia Night: Friday 19 December 21:00 CET (Saturday morning 7:00am AEDT in in Australia)

• Grand Final: Saturday 20 December 21:00 CET (Sunday morning 7:00am AEDT in in Australia).

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