Goldberg’s Retirement Match: New Details Emerge
In a development that has sent shockwaves through the wrestling world, new details have emerged about Goldberg’s highly anticipated retirement match. According to sources close to the matter, Goldberg’s name has been discussed internally by WWE officials recently, with his opponent potentially being none other than Gunther.
As reported by WrestleZone, Goldberg’s name has been floated internally within WWE over the past week, marking the first time since his appearance at Bad Blood in Atlanta in October. This has sparked speculation that the inevitable return of the wrestling legend may be nearing.
"It’s according to multiple sources, Goldberg’s name has been floated internally within WWE over the past week — the first time since his Bad Blood appearance and his interactions with Gunther," WrestleZone reported, citing @WrestleVotes as the source. "Feels like the inevitable return is nearing."
Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp has also shed light on the potential matchup, suggesting that Gunther has been mentioned within WWE as Goldberg’s opponent. According to WrestleZone, a Goldberg vs. Gunther match has "absolutely been discussed for this year." This comes after Gunther referenced Goldberg in a promo ahead of their Bad Blood faceoff, which was reportedly done "for good reason."
Gunther is set to face Pat McAfee at WWE Backlash on Saturday, and many fans have speculated that it may lead to Goldberg getting involved. However, WWE has yet to confirm the match or any plans for Goldberg’s retirement bout. As reported by WrestleZone, Goldberg has been preparing for his retirement match for some time, having undergone stem cell replacement surgery and training extensively for months.
In a recent interview with The Ariel Helwani Show, Goldberg himself discussed the possibility of facing Gunther in his retirement match. As quoted by WrestleZone, Goldberg said, "If it was Gunther and I, it would be logical. There’s some heat there, obviously, it’s already been placed. He’s the new generation, I’m the old generation. It’s kind of like a passing of a torch in a way. I wouldn’t turn that one down by any stretch of the imagination."
Goldberg, who is 58 years old, emphasized that he wants to be able to present himself as a formidable opponent, even in his later years. As reported by WrestleZone, he said, "The truth is, I’m 58 years old, man. Certain things are a lot harder than they used to be. I might be the only one in the world that has a 3,000 square foot gym on top of his garage and doesn’t have a mirror in it. I don’t want to not be that guy for the rest of my life. But I’m always gonna be that guy."
While no official confirmation has been made by WWE, the prospect of Goldberg facing Gunther in his retirement match has generated significant buzz among fans and pundits alike. As WrestleZone continues to monitor the situation, one thing is certain – Goldberg’s retirement match is shaping up to be one of the most highly anticipated events in recent wrestling history.
