The UK's participation in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest has sparked mixed reactions, with YouTube star Sam Battle performing his song "Eins, Zwei, Drei" to a largely unimpressed audience. According to reports from fans on social media platforms like X (now known as Twitter), many viewers were critical of the performance, dubbing it an “absolute trash” and suggesting that the UK might receive no points this year.
Sam Battle, whose real name is Look Mum No Computer, performed wearing a pink boiler suit while performers in fluffy computer headwear danced around him. The act took place during the second semi-final broadcast from Vienna on BBC television on Thursday night. While some viewers found it entertaining and even amusing due to its unconventional nature, others were highly critical.
“Just when you think it's absolutely impossible to get any worse, the UK entry has done it yet again! Absolute Trash. Nil points!” wrote one user. Another added: “Why does the UK do so badly at Eurovision? LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER is another car crash of a performance.”
However, not all viewers were as harsh in their criticism. Some found the act refreshing and different from previous entries that focused on more radio-friendly songs.
“I thought the UK Eurovision staging was brilliant,” one viewer commented. “It’s not a radio friendly song but it sticks in your head because it's so catchy. It’s bonkers, but I like the fact we’ve tried something wacky + different.”
Sam Battle himself expressed his attitude towards the performance during an interview with The Guardian: "It could go well or completely wrong, I'm just here for the ride."
Following this semi-final round, Australia's Delta Goodrem performed her song “Eclipse,” which received a more positive reception from viewers. This set up anticipation for Sunday’s final where ten countries will compete to win the coveted Eurovision crown.
As of now, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Norway, Romania, and other nations have qualified for the Grand Final after impressing audiences in Vienna with their performances during the second semi-final. The UK's performance has certainly added an unexpected twist to this year's contest but remains to be seen how it will fare against more traditional acts.
In summary, while Look Mum No Computer’s entry at Eurovision may not have been well-received by all viewers initially, its unconventional nature could potentially differentiate the UK from other entries in a unique way. The final outcome of Sunday night is yet unknown and much depends on audience reactions to these performances.
This article was produced by AVALW News on Friday, May 15, 2026 based on reporting from 5 verified news sources across 2 countries. Our editorial process cross-references facts from multiple independent outlets to deliver accurate, comprehensive coverage. All original sources are linked below.