RTSH, the Albanian national broadcaster, have announced a withdrawal ahead of Festivali i Këngës 64 – their national selection for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.

Egzon Pireci has withdrawn from Festivali i Këngës 64, with his entry “Thirrëm (Call Me)”. Festivali i Këngës 64 will continue with 27 acts and no replacement for Egzon Pireci. Egzon Pireci had the following to say:

“For personal reasons, I have decided to withdraw the song from the competition.

The decision of mine is in no way related to the organisation or staff of the festival, on the contrary, I thank them for their understanding and support.”

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Author: Richard Taylor

Source: Eurovoix