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According to a report from Wrestling Inc, a significant development is brewing in the world of WWE. This Saturday, GUNTHER is set to face Pat McAfee at Backlash in St. Louis, Missouri. McAfee, who hasn’t competed in singles action since 2023, issued the challenge after “The Ring General” attempted to choke him out and attack Michael Cole following his World Heavyweight Championship loss at WrestleMania 41.
While McAfee may prove to be a manageable opponent for GUNTHER, a new report suggests that the return of a WWE Hall of Famer could have a major impact on the outcome of their match. Wrestling Inc reports that, according to WrestleVotes, multiple sources have confirmed that Goldberg’s name has been discussed internally within WWE throughout the past week, with his return reportedly being “inevitable” in the near future.
The report also notes that this is the first time Goldberg’s name has been mentioned since his interaction with GUNTHER at Bad Blood last October, where WWE teased a match between both competitors. It is possible that Goldberg’s return could be slated for Backlash, where he could get involved during or after GUNTHER’s match with McAfee.
Earlier this year, Goldberg revealed that he feels like “a trillion bucks” after undergoing stem cell treatment, and confirmed that he will be stepping back inside a WWE ring this summer. The former WCW star also stated that he will be retiring this year, expressing a desire to “pass the torch” and listing GUNTHER as his ideal final opponent.
In an interview, Goldberg mentioned that his most recent match was three years ago at the Elimination Chamber, where he failed to defeat Roman Reigns for the Universal Title in the Jeddah Super Dome. With Goldberg’s return seemingly imminent, fans will be eagerly anticipating his next move and potential involvement in GUNTHER’s upcoming match against Pat McAfee.
The news of Goldberg’s potential return has generated significant buzz within the WWE universe, with many fans taking to social media to share their thoughts and reactions. While details remain scarce, one thing is certain – the addition of Goldberg to the WWE landscape could have far-reaching implications for the sport as a whole.
As reported by Wrestling Inc, Goldberg’s potential involvement in GUNTHER’s match against McAfee could be a game-changer, and fans will be keeping a close eye on developments in the coming days. For now, the focus remains on Backlash and the upcoming showdown between GUNTHER and McAfee.
