In a recent episode of his Six Feet Under podcast, WWE legend The Undertaker (Mark Calaway) candidly discussed his infamous 2019 match against Goldberg at Super Showdown. The match is considered one of the worst bouts in the career of both men, and served as a reminder that age was wearing down the legacy of both legends.

WWE had promoted the match as a massive occasion, as one of WWE’s biggest ever stars fought one of WCW’s top performers in their first (and ultimately last) collision. Despite WWE hyping up the match, The Undertaker admitted that he failed to deliver in Saudi Arabia.

“That Saudi thing was a little ugly… I stunk the joint out, man.”

Challenging Conditions

Competing in a different country can prove to be a logistical nightmare for wrestlers who may be jet-lagged when they step in the ring. For The Undertaker, it was extreme heat in Saudi Arabia that made the challenging match even tougher.

“It was 9:00 at night and 98 degrees outside… You could chew the air it was so thick.”

Goldberg’s Reputation & Circumstances

The match did not help the reputations of either man, as fans who had loved the pair during their respective hey-days felt pity or embarrasment to see the in-ring farce. Despite the match’s failure, The Undertaker defended Goldberg, stating he was “thrust into something” and praising him as a “good dude.” At nine minutes long, this match was the longest Goldberg had spent in the ring since his 2016 WWE return, and a concussion early into the bout only made things more difficult.

Reflection on His Career

On the podcast, the 59-year-old Undertaker also reflected on the evolving nature of professional wrestling, admitting that he wouldn’t physically survive some of today’s high-impact moves. As for his one-and-only showdown with Goldberg, the match remains a low point in the Deadman’s career, and fans would see both men back in the ring soon after, hoping to wash the taste of this match away.

Bill Goldberg will compete in his final match in 2025, but fans may still see the WWE Hall of Famer wrestle in a Men’s Royal Rumble match. When speaking to Sportskeeda, Gage Goldberg, Bill’s son, was asked about the WWE Hall of Famer entering next year’s match to earn a future WWE World Championship opportunity.

“He’d definitely do it. He’d be down for anything. They tell him, ‘Okay, you’re gonna fight this guy,’ he’s gonna do it 100%. Go in the Royal Rumble? He’s gonna do it.”

Should he compete in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble, it’ll mark his third time in the iconic match stipulation. Goldberg made his Rumble debut in 2004, where he entered from the coveted #30 spot. He lasted 2:04 and scored three eliminations before being tossed out by Kurt Angle. In 2017, Goldberg 3:21 and again scored three eliminations, but this time was eliminated by The Undertaker.

The elder Goldberg shared in November that his final match will come in 2025, though stopped short of giving a specific date. At Bad Blood, Goldberg had a confrontation with World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER, leading to speculation that Bill’s final match will be against the Ring General. WWE has yet to follow up on this storyline on TV, with Goldberg instead feuding with Damian Priest and Finn Balor and defeating both to retain his title at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event.

Questions remain about Goldberg’s plans for 2025, but fans shouldn’t be surprised to see him on February 1, at the 2025 Royal Rumble. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Goldberg as he embarks on his final year in the ring.

Wrestling legend Bill Goldberg is set to return to television with a new series on Paramount+ titled “Goldberg’s Garage,” focusing on his passion for automobiles.

In an interview with Super Car Gavin, Goldberg shared his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “We are filming a new television show for Paramount+, and it’s going to be really cool. I cannot wait.”

Known for his dominant presence in WCW and WWE, Goldberg has long expressed his love for cars, making this venture a natural extension of his interests. The series aims to showcase his automotive expertise and personal collection, offering fans a glimpse into another facet of his life beyond the wrestling ring.

This announcement comes as Goldberg prepares for his final wrestling match, scheduled for 2025. His last match was in February 2022 at the Elimination Chamber event, where he faced Roman Reigns for the Universal Title.

Stay tuned to SEScoops for updates on “Goldberg’s Garage” and Goldberg’s final match in 2025.

It’s been over two decades since Bill Goldberg’s WCW streak ended, though how he was handed his first loss is still a sore spot for the legend. After racking up 173 wins (though many have disputed the accuracy of this number) Goldberg’s first WCW loss came at Starrcade 1998 to Kevin Nash, thanks to the interference of a cattle-prod-wielding Scott Hall.

The manner in which Goldberg’s streak ended has often been derided by fans and is seen as one of the many issues that led to the company’s demise. Speaking to Inside the Ropes, Goldberg explained that while he pitched the electrocution, he originally envisioned something bigger to shock him.

“If you beat me, you have to put 50,000 volts through me. But for some reason, they didn’t to do that. Hence the goofy-looking cattle prod.”

Rather than be lit up “like a freaking Christmas tree” Goldberg sold the prod and slumped to the floor before Nash got the win. Over a quarter of a century later, the WWE Hall of Famer remains unhappy as to how he earned the 1 in 173-1.

“I wanted them to shoot the barbs in me and light me up… I’m still pi*sed off.”

Goldberg will be hoping to have a better send-off to his career when he competes in his retirement match next year. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Bill Goldberg as the WCW legend prepares to say goodbye to the squared circle.

Gage Goldberg wants to see his dad take on Gunther after their bad Blood encounter.

The son of the former WCW Champion recently had an interview with WrestleBinge. He discussed things such as the origin of his name, whether he watches current-day wrestling, and more.

When asked if he has any plans of joining the business himself, the Colorado Buffaloes football star said that it’s more of a backup plan for him:

“I mean yes and no. For sure cuz wrestling would be cool having all the…. being amped up and everything. Having all the adrenaline, but then also like I know my place right now is with football.

So I’m going to live this out and see where that takes me. If it doesn’t work out, could be wrestling. Don’t know. It’s a backup plan.”

• Goldberg Says People Will Be ‘Pleasantly Surprised’ By His Final Match

Gage was also asked about attending the Bad Blood PPV in Atlanta with his dad and the encounter with Gunther. The 18-year-old said that he kind of wants to see his dad fighting the Ring General now:

“I mean when he first came out, I wasn’t expecting anything. Then he started saying all that. Then I’m like ‘okay.’ I started whispering to my dad, I’m like ‘You might want to get in there and kick his ass’ or something like that.

But he got out there. He showed his presence for sure too. It was just like; I was like why are you calling him out? I don’t really know. I kind of want to see my dad kick his ass now.”

Bill Goldberg has announced that he’ll be having his retirement match in 2025. While an opponent and a date has not been revealed for his final match, it seems very likely that we’ll see him fighting Gunther during the WrestleMania season or at the next Saudi show in May.

• Goldberg Talks WWE Retirement, Why Wrestling is Tougher Than Football

After retiring from the ring in 2004, WWE legend Bill Goldberg turned to acting, with several unique movie credits to his name. In 2005, the former World Champion found himself on the Big Screen with Adam Sandler, which proved to be one of the greatest experiences of the wrestler’s life.

The film in question was The Longest Yard, which sees disgraced NFL quarterback Paul Crewe (Sandler) try and survive in prison. On the Cat’s Corner podcast, Goldberg gushed about working with the comedy actor.

“It was one of the best experiences of my life because I was able to work alongside Burt Reynolds and Adam Sandler and Nelly… Just the whole eclectic group of people was awesome. Adam took great care of everybody.”

Goldberg plays Joey ‘Battle’ Battaglio, one of the many cons who joins Crewe for a prisoners vs. guards game of football. Goldberg is hardly the only wrestler fans will spot in the film, which includes Bob Sapp, The Great Khali, Kevin Nash, and ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin.

Goldberg’s Final Match

Eleven years after his role in The Longest Yard, Goldberg returned to wrestling as part of WWE and is now gearing up for his retirement match. The WCW legend has already named GUNTHER the front-runner for his final-ever opponent, though has stopped short of confirming a match with the World Heavyweight Champion. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest from Goldberg as the legend prepares to say goodbye to the ring in 2025.

Wrestling Legend Bill Goldberg was recently inducted into the Georgia-Florida Hall of Fame, and spoke with Scott Johnson of News 4 Jacksonville about the experience.

Goldberg is among several legendary wrestlers who achieved dual success in football and professional wrestling, along with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and the late Steve “Mongo” McMichel. When asked which sport is more physically demanding, Goldberg said there’s no comparison.

“Wrestling 100%… because you’re a professional athlete mixed with a rock star. You’re on the road every two days. I was on the road 210 days my first year. It’s no comparison.”

Goldberg says he’s proud to be a role model for Jewish children, and encourages people to break free of any stereotypes that may be placed on them.

Even though he was inducted into the Georgia-Florida Hall of Fame, he remains a proud University of Georgia ‘Bulldog,’ and jokes that he gets nauseated by their rival Florida Gator’s team colors, orange and blue.

He didn’t give any clues about who he’ll wrestle in his retirement match next year, but shared a quote that exemplifies how difficult it is for wrestlers to retire from the ring.

“You’re not retired until you’re dead in the wrestling business… that’s how it works.”

Check out Bill Goldberg’s full interview with Going Ringside:

Whether in WCW or in WWE, Bill Goldberg has been a force to be reckoned with in the ring, resulting in World Championship reigns over four decades. In recent years, Goldberg has been outspoken about wanting one final match before ending his in-ring career, and that match will come in 2025.

Appearing for SEC Nation, Goldberg was shown footage of his confrontation with GUNTHER from WWE Bad Blood 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. The WWE Hall of Famer confirmed that he will have his retirement match next year and said the Austrian is the current front-runner to be his next “victim.” GUNTHER has been open to the match and has vowed to teach Goldberg a lesson should they get in the ring.

Given what transpired at Bad Blood, GUNTHER certainly makes sense as the opponent-of-choice for Goldberg. If not the reigning World Heavyweight Champion, WWE could build a compelling feu of spear vs. spear between Goldberg and Bron Breakker. The reigning Intercontinental Champion is part of the Steiner family, who are no strangers to Goldberg from his days back in WCW.

2025 is shaping up to be a huge year for WWE, as John Cena will also end his in-ring career over the next 12 months. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from WWE on the farewells of Goldberg and Cena that will take place next year.

Former WWE and WCW champion Bill Goldberg recently sat down with wrestling journalist Chris Van Vliet on Insight for a wide-ranging interview. The 57-year old legend discussed his relationship with former WWE boss Vince McMahon, his infamous match with The Undertaker and of course, Bret Hart.

Here are some of the key takeaways of what Goldberg said about:

Vince McMahon’s Broken Promise

Goldberg maintains that Vince McMahon broke a promise for him to receive a proper retirement match:

“If that match was still on the table, it would have been done, I would have thought. But hey, man, I was thinking about it this morning in the shower, right? And I thought, Man, I had one of the best wrestling careers ever and don’t think for one second that I don’t understand that and I don’t appreciate it. And so to sit here and cry over a person not keeping his word in a business, that’s as cutthroat as humanly possible and he gets cast out.”

His Dud Match With The Undertaker

Goldberg discussed his disappointing match with The Undertaker at WWE Super Showdown 2019, which he blames on giving himself a concussion before he even made it into the ring.

“I knocked myself out before walking to the frickin ring. You know, when I came back, intensity is something very hard to replicate and I had forgotten my sequence to the ring. I had forgotten my preparation.”

His Relationship With Bret Hart

Goldberg and Bret Hart’s bitter feud is well-documented. Hart blames Goldberg for cutting his career short due to injures he sustained during their match at WCW Starrcade 1999. For all that’s been said about it, Goldberg admits mistakes were made.

“It was a screw-up in the match and it’s live on national television. There’s two people that have to dance and you can only do so much and I mean, things went awry. It is what it is.”

Goldberg says it’s time to move on and leave the bitterness behind them, especially since he claims Hart accepted a favor from him after he got injured.

“I really don’t care anymore about Bret, I couldn’t care less. You know Louis, right? All I can tell you is this. Louis and I know and [Brian] Knobbs knows, through Legends of Wrestling that shortly thereafter all that sh*t that happened. I talked Louis into giving Bret Hart a job at Legends of Wrestling. He must forget about stuff like that.”

WWE Hall of Famer Bill Goldberg recently sat down with Chris Van Vliet of Insight to discuss a variety of topics. Goldberg dominated in WCW with an impressive 173-0 winning streak, a run that would also see him become WCW World Champion. He joined WWE in 2003 and had a much longer run from 2016 to 2022 where he also held World Championship gold.

On Bret Hart

In 1999, a kick from Goldberg (among other issues the Hitman had accumulated) would result in Bret Hart retiring from the ring. In the quarter-century since then, Bret has repeatedly attacked Goldberg’s character and work as a wrestler. On the podcast, Goldberg admitted that he doesn’t care what Bret has to say about him anymore.

“I really don’t care anymore about Bret, I could care less…  I talked Louis into giving Bret Hart a job at Legends of Wrestling. He must forget about stuff like that.”

Goldberg added that he and Bret have talked a couple of times since the accident, which Goldberg has always maintained was not intentional. He added that him being a relative rookie in the business did not help matters either.

“I was extremely green in the business and anybody who knows me knows that if I didn’t intend to hurt him, then it was an accident.”

On His WWE Debut

After WCW’s demise, Goldberg waited until the RAW after WrestleMania 19 before he debuted by attacking The Rock, setting up a Backlash 2003 match Goldberg would win. Goldberg said he had a lot of fun working with The Rock.

“Big kudos to him for having you know, the foresight that it would be something that would go over like that, he’s very unselfish. And at the end of the day, it’s a dance man. We all need everyone involved to be a part of it because it’s a well-oiled machine.”

On The Undertaker Match in Jeddah

In 2019, The Undertaker faced Goldberg at that year’s Super Showdown. Given the age and ability of the two, the dream match quickly turned into a nightmare with various botches and mistakes. As Goldberg explained, he was hardly in fighting condition before the match even got started.

“I knocked myself out before walking to the frickin ring… I gotta headbutt the door. And I headbutted the door right when they played my music to wrestle Taker, which was the most unbelievable opportunity ever. And I knocked myself out.”

When asked if he remembered anything from the match given that he was knocked out, Goldberg recalled what he could from the unfortunate bout.

“I remember the referee asking me if I could go on and me saying yes. And then him turning away and then me saying no. And then me saying yes and then me saying no.”

On a Potential Match with Big E

During a viral episode of the New Day’s Feel the Power podcast, Big E mentioned Goldberg as his dream opponent, vowing that the fans will see “Big Meaty Men Slapping Meat!” While Goldberg said he’d give Big E the match tomorrow if he could, their clash of styles could prove difficult for the Hall of Famer.

“We can leave that part out [big meaty men slapping meat] of it… I don’t do comedy. Like, I never really meshed well with that.”

On AEW

In 2023, rumors circulated that Goldberg could be heading to AEW, especially after Tony Khan said he had great conversations with the Hall of Famer. When asked why nothing more came of it, Goldberg suggested that he and Khan have a “different perspective” on things.

“I don’t think I was ever close to making a deal with him. I think it was much more a realistic transition when Sting was involved.”

Goldberg added that he reached out to Sting because he wanted to be a part of the Icon’s farewell tour. While Goldberg would’ve liked to have been a part of things, he’s pleased the focus remained on Sting.

“I could never overshadow anything that he does. I don’t want to convolute the waters. It would have been a nice crescendo but it wasn’t about me.”

Bill Goldberg feels that fans have quickly forgotten just how much of a beast he was in WCW, perhaps thanks in part to his run in the ring in recent years. 

During his WCW tenure, Goldberg flattened opponent after opponent to rack up a (contested) undefeated streak of 173-0. It was only thanks to Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, and a stun cane that this streak was eventually ended at WCW Starrcade 1998. The Hall of Famer would rack up a similar (albeit shorter) winning streak upon joining WWE in March 2023 before being bested by Triple H (again with help) at that year’s SummerSlam. 

• Kevin Nash Explains WCW’s Motivations Behind Ending Goldberg’s Streak

Goldberg On Today’s Morons

Despite his impressive career, Goldberg’s legacy has taken a battering of its own in recent years, thanks in part to his booking during his most recent WWE run. Racking up losses to Roman Reigns, Braun Strowman, and Drew McIntyre, as well as an error-laden showdown with The Undertaker, would lead to a consensus among many fans that Goldberg was a ‘has been’ who was no longer able to go in the ring.

 Speaking on the Von Erich podcast, Goldberg hit out at this consensus and argued that many today wouldn’t hang with him in his prime. 

“People forgot about me and the fact that I’d go out there and absolutely smashed people and then leave. Now, the audacity to think that any of these morons could stand two seconds with me? It’s funny that people’s identities get wiped away quite quickly.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XorCt9arfzc

Goldberg On Bret Hart

Part of Goldberg’s legacy in wrestling is tied to Bret Hart as it was a kick from Goldberg that resulted in the concussion that would ultimately end Hart’s career. While Goldberg has apologized for years, Hart has never shied away from mocking Goldberg and his skills. In the interview, Bill made reference to the Hitman. 

“I’m not even gonna mention his name, the moron I kicked in the head, but unfortunately, things like that happen. It’s a rough business. As long as there’s not malicious intent, I mean, hey bro, you’re in the wrong business if you b***h and moan about getting slapped or getting punched errantly.”

Ultimately, Goldberg will continue to share how he feels about the wrestling world and his past with Bret Hart. While Goldberg has said he hopes to have one final match before he hangs up his boots for good, it was said in April 2024 that such a retirement match isn’t in the works anymore.  

It isn’t Bill Goldberg’s place to comment on the scandal surrounding Vince McMahon but he believes that the new leadership in WWE is for the better. 

McMahon stepped down from WWE & TKO in January 2024 over the shocking allegations in Janel Grant’s lawsuit. McMahon has denied the allegations against him and has vowed to clear his name in court. 

Speaking to 93.7 The Ticket, Goldberg was asked for his thoughts on the allegations against McMahon. The WWE Hall of Famer was quick to make clear that it wasn’t his place to weigh in on the claims Grant has made. 

“The allegations and the things that have come to the forefront over the past six months or a year, I have no comment on it. It’s not my place.”

McMahon’s exit has seen a new ‘era’ in WWE launch, one that has been well-received by fans and those in the industry. In the interview, Goldberg agreed that audiences are doing well with McMahon out of the picture. 

“I think that the current owners of the WWE are going to make decisions based upon what they believe, and I think the decisions they have made have been favorable to the masses.”

McMahon is no longer with WWE and appears ready to break from TKO Group Holdings completely. The ex-CEO recently listed his remaining stock in TKO for sale after months of selling huge chunks of his portfolio in the company.

As for Goldberg, WWE’s new era will seemingly not involve the two-time former Universal Champion. Goldberg recently gave up his pursuit of a final match. The WCW alum had been seeking one last match after his WWE contract ended in late 2022. 

Wrestlers on Vince McMahon’s Resignation

Here are some  articles about wrestlers and what they have had to say in response to the lawsuit against Vince McMahon: 

H/T – Fightful

Former Universal Champion Bill Goldberg isn’t pleased that “some Japanese girl” eclipsed his WCW undefeated streak, in his latest shot against WWE. 

During an interview with Nothing Left Unsaid, Goldberg was asked if there was any ill will towards him in WWE due to his time in WCW. Goldberg argued that the fact that WWE had Asuka surpass his undefeated streak proved there were some issues. 

“A girl beat my winning streak… beat my undefeated streak. Yeah, I can’t even remember… ‘A-soo-ka’ is her name. Some Japanese girl. And they touted her as being the one to have the longest winning streak.”

Goldberg added that when he returned to WWE in 2016, he also noticed a lot of wrestlers using the spear as a finisher, a move he also used. Goldberg insinuated that WWE management had something to do with this influx of spears. 

Issues with Triple H

During the interview, Goldberg suspected that previous issues with Triple H led to WWE choosing Asuka to surpass his streak and for the influx of spears. 

“The fact that I didn’t get along with Paul Levesque (Triple H), which is Vince’s son-in-law, I think had everything to do with it.”

Streak Vs. Streak

Goldberg’s WCW streak began in September 2017 which saw Hugh Morrus become the future World Champion’s first victim. It ended at WCW Starrcade 1998 at the hands of Kevin Nash (though a cattle-prod-wielding Scott Hall certainly helped the former Diesel.) W

Asuka’s undefeated streak began in late 2015 and would last for 914 days before she was defeated by Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 34. She surpassed Goldberg’s 173 wins at NXT TakeOver: Chicago in 2017. While Goldberg isn’t happy that his streak was surpassed now, he was far more gracious when Asuka passed him 7 years ago. 

? ……the "streak" is in very good hands? #Congrats ? RT @WWEAsuka: I respect Goldberg so … https://t.co/MKx7eO1LbG

— Bill Goldberg (@Goldberg) May 25, 2017

Was Goldberg’s Streak Legit? 

With wrestling websites dedicated to counting every match and appearance, there’s no doubt Asuka’s streak is anything but entirely legitimate. Given that Goldberg’s streak was during the 1990s, when such websites were not as common, there have been claims his streak was not all it appeared to be. 

It has been claimed that WCW inflated the number of wins, with the figure rising dramatically from week to week. Goldberg had actually lost before the streak ever began. His final wrestling match prior to his WCW TV debut was a dark match defeat to Chad Fortune. 

Gage Goldberg is looking to be “Da Man” for Deion Sanders. The son of Goldberg made the announcement on social media on Tuesday that he is committing to University of Colorado as he joins a collegiate football program that was white hot to start the 2023 season.

“After a great conversation, I am honored to announce that I am committing to the University of Colorado to continue my football and academic career!”

After a great conversation, I am honored to announce that I am committing to the University of Colorado to continue my football and academic career!!! #committed @CUBuffsFootball @DeionSanders @ChampionHSFB pic.twitter.com/ghnuePgmrf

— Gage Goldberg (@gage_goldberg1) January 14, 2024

Bill Goldberg, a WWE Hall of Famer, happened to be NFL teammates with Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders as both played for the Atlanta Falcons over three decades ago. 

Gage Goldberg certainly had some moments on the main stage of a WWE ring as he accompanied his father on several occassions as Goldberg continued his unstoppable reign in pro wrestling.

Speaking with TMZ, Gage revealed that his father actually got in contact with Sanders about his son joining his team for 2024. Gage, a star linebacker in high school, said that he originally wanted to commit to the University of Alabama, but he had a change of plans when legendary coach Nick Saban announced his retirement from the game.

“We already looking at property in Tuscaloosa,” Bill Goldberg laughed, who praised Saban for not just his coaching legacy in football, but the character and integrity he brought to the game. He also went on to praise his former teammate Deion.

“Let’s be perfectly honest, Deion and I are great friends. I love the man like he’s my brother. I’d do anything for him. I say that when I was his teammate, I say that now.”

WWE Hall of Famer Bill Goldberg will wrestle for the promotion at least one more time, if he gets his way.

Goldberg, one of the homegrown talent in WCW, debuted in WWE in 2003 and would capture the World Heavyweight Championship before departing in 2004.

Returning in 2016, Goldberg has wrestled a handful of times each year, with his most recent match coming in early 2022.

Retirement Match

At 56 years old, the two-time former Universal Champion is well aware that his career is winding down, and plans to end things on his own terms.

Speaking to Sports Illustrated, Goldberg made it clear that he believes he deserves a retirement match, after making his deal with ‘the devil.’

“You never say never, especially in wrestling, and they owe me one. That’s all I can say. I made a deal with the devil and I did my job, and they owe me a retirement match. At the end of the day, at 56, it’s not something where I’m sitting by the phone waiting for a call. I’ve got a few ideas of how to do it on my own, possibly in Israel. So never say never.”

Bill Goldberg.

There are currently no reports of any plans for Goldberg to have a final match in WWE.

Roman Reigns

Goldberg’s most recent match for WWE came at Elimination Chamber 2022, where he lost to Universal Champion Roman Reigns.

The match had been delayed by close to two years, as Goldberg Vs. Reigns was scheduled for WrestleMania 36 in 2020 before Reigns withdrew from the event.

Speaking about the Tribal Chief, Goldberg had nothing but praise for his old adversary, and compared Reigns’ face run receiving fan backlash to his own career.

“I’m really proud of him. I’ve dealt with some of that negativity, and it’s tough. You go out there, you work your ass off, and at the end of the day, you want to be appreciated. He’s quite dedicated. I respect that, I respect him, and I’d love to get in the ring and give him an ass-kicking, but this is his time.”

Bill Goldberg.

Roman Reigns will defend the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion at WrestleMania 39 against Cody Rhodes this April.

Roman Reigns will reportedly be facing a Hall of Famer when WWE travels to Saudi Arabia in two weeks for Elimination Chamber.

According to a report from Fightful Select, Reigns is set to defend his Universal Championship at that show against Bill Goldberg. As fans may recall, Reigns was originally scheduled to face Goldberg at WrestleMania 36 back in 2020 until the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Reigns, a cancer survivor, decided to back out of that WrestleMania for safety reasons. Goldberg faced Braun Strowman instead.

Goldberg has been back working with WWE for several years now, but according to the Fightful report, this is believed to be the last match on his current contract. Goldberg has given different interviews in recent months where the exact date of his contract’s expiration has become muddled; he even mentioned that it went through 2023 at one point.

• Goldberg On If His Next Match Would Be His Last

Obviously, plans are always subject to change at WWE, but this is the working plan as of now. With Goldberg vs. Reigns scheduled, this would be the card for Elimination Chamber so far:

• WWE Championship Match – Elimination Chamber
  Bobby Lashley (c) vs. Brock Lesnar vs. Seth “Freakin” Rollins vs. Austin Theory vs. Riddle vs. AJ Styles
• WWE Universal Championship Match
  Roman Reigns (c) vs. Bill Goldberg
• WWE Raw Women’s Championship Match
  Becky Lynch (c) vs. Lita
• WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship Match
  The Usos (c) vs. The Viking Raiders

Goldberg’s last match was a Falls Count Anywhere No Holds Barred Match against Bobby Lashley at WWE Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia this past October. Goldberg was victorious in that bout, his third of 2021. He also lost to Bobby Lashley at SummerSlam and Drew McIntyre at WrestleMania 37.

Based on the current lineup, which match at WWE Elimination Chamber are you looking forward to the most? Let us know in the comments section below!

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Bill Goldberg recently joined The Pat McAfee Show as a guest and revealed a lot about what his future in pro wrestling and WWE may hold. Plus, he discussed a pretty significant injury that he has been dealing with for years.

During the discussion with McAfee, Goldberg revealed that he has a “destroyed shoulder” that needs surgery. However, he’s been delaying the necessary surgery because he wants to wrestle again. His current plan is to wait until he’s done wrestling for good to have the surgery. Once he does have the procedure, he would need to be out of action for a considerable length of time.

“They haven’t given me very much time (to prepare for matches),” Goldberg revealed (H/T Wrestling Inc). “This last time with Lashley was the longest time they gave me to prep, and I think – you see the results. I felt pretty good.

“And I won’t tell everybody on national radio or television that my shoulder’s been destroyed for the last three years – five years, eight years. And I need surgery but, you know, I’ll get it when I’m done. I’ll get it when I’m finished. If Vince calls me tomorrow and says, ‘Hey Goldberg, we need you in a month,’ what am I gonna do if I get surgery? So I’ll get ‘er done when it’s time.”

Goldberg reportedly has one match left on the deal with WWE he has currently been working on (see video above). He returned to WWE originally in 2016 after previously leaving the promotion back in 2004. He’s worked at least one match in every year except 2018 since that return.

“I came back for a number of reasons. First and foremost, because I owed the business something,” Goldberg said of his WWE return in 2016. “I owed the business something that I hadn’t given in the past. And after a 16-year hiatus, and obviously the birth of our son, it all changed. I felt really guilty about receiving so much from the business and then not really giving back, per the fans.”

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Goldberg returned to WWE after a 12-year absence in 2016. He defeated Brock Lesnar at Survivor Series 2016 in Toronto that year. He’d then win the Universal Championship at Fastlane in 2017 before dropping it to Lesnar at WrestleMania 33. On the newly released “Goldberg at 54” documentary on the WWE Network, Goldberg spoke about the friendship he has formed with Vince McMahon since returning to his company.

“I’ve learned a lot more about Vince this time around,” Goldberg said. “We’ve gotten much closer than we ever would have imagined we could have been back in the day.”

“My first run with Vince wasn’t the most amicable relationship by any stretch of the imagination but I would say that wasn’t Vince alone, that was me versus everybody,” Goldberg continued. “I came in the door with my back against it. It’s just been a weird trip. Then coming back, and then getting to be actual friends with Vince, it’s been a wonderful experience and I would have done it just for that alone.”

“It’s just a different feeling. It was like doing something for your Dad, in a very respectful way. I never imagined I’d have that feeling for him, whatsoever.”

Goldberg lost his last match in WWE at the Royal Rumble. Drew McIntyre defeated him to retain the WWE Championship.

Former WWE Universal Champion and WCW World Heavyweight Champion Bill Goldberg recently appeared on the Talk’n Shop podcast with co-hosts Luke Gallows and Rocky Romero.

Goldberg discussed a number of topics during the podcast. These included working in South America with Luke Gallows, his son working to become an NFL player and his time in WCW.

Rocky Romero would praise Goldberg as being the centerpiece of the promotion back in the late 90’s. Goldberg actually refuted this, saying “I was just a piece of it, I fell into place.”

Goldberg in WCW

Bill Goldberg of course was a major part of WCW by the time he won the United States Championship in 1997 against Raven. Arguably the height of Goldberg’s run was his bout against Hollywood Hogan at the Georgia Dome on July 6, 1998. That episode of WCW Monday Nitro saw Goldberg become the World Heavyweight Champion for the very first time.

Goldberg would reveal on Talk’n Shop who he actually saw as ‘the guy’ in WCW. “I was a guy that they needed to fill the void. The guy who ran the show? It was Sting, man. It was an honor and a privilege to be around the guy. I’ve learned through osmosis how, you know, to be a better person/wrestler [because of Sting].”

Bill Goldberg would finish by discussing the Monday Night Wars in general, saying how it was an incredible time to be in the wrestling business. “It was the coolest time in the business of professional wrestling. I’m beyond lucky to have been a part of it during that time period.”

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“Because I don’t know if I would have had nearly the [amount of] success if I didn’t fit into ‘that’ part. You know [that part] that was needed during WCW’s fierce battles with WWE every Monday night.”

Do you agree with Goldberg? Was Sting ‘The Man’ in WCW’s late 90’s run? Let us know in the comments

WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg spoke with Justin Barrasso of  Sports Illustrated to talk about a wide range of topics. During the interview, he talked about his latest match under the WWE banner and what his future holds with the company. 

The legendary pro wrestler made short work of Dolph Ziggler in a singles match at SummerSlam.

Goldberg stated that he appreciated what Ziggler did for him in that match and for being professional about it. 

“I’m never happy with any of my performances, and I’d lost my mojo, I felt like,” said Goldberg. “But the reality is, the older you get, the more you’re going to lose your mojo because you can’t do it like you used to.”

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Goldberg’s In-Ring Future

When it comes to his future in the business, Goldberg stated that he doesn’t see the match as his last performance and that there’s a good chance that he will wrestle again. 

“It’s by no means my farewell performance, nor was it my best performance, but you have to be realistic and take all things into consideration,” said Goldberg. “It’s a very good possibility I’ll be back, but you don’t know it until it’s done.”

Goldberg did bring up how being able to stay in such great shape to portray his character gets lost in the shuffle when fans talk about wanting to see him wrestle again. He stated that he doesn’t know of a power wrestler that’s been able to come back after a 12-year hiatus and still be that guy.

This is why he has found that it’s been a tough time to keep on weight to look like he did back in his prime. That’s why he thinks he needs to reinvent himself by losing 20 pounds. 

Goldberg worked the WWE Super ShowDown pay-per-view event in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia back in June against The Undertaker. At the time, it was reported that Goldberg had agreed to do more matches. 

Visit SI.com to read their full interview with Bill Goldberg.

Bill Goldberg was recently asked about Matt Riddle during an interview with Helen Lee from NBC Sports. Goldberg joked during the interview that he doesn’t know who Riddle is.

“Matt who? I don’t even know who that is,” Goldberg answered when asked about Riddle. “I don’t answer questions about people who haven’t made it yet.”

Lee then remarked that Riddle has a long way to go.

“Yes, that’s an understatement,” Goldberg responded.

The full interview can be viewed in the player below:

Goldberg on Cain Velasquez

Goldberg also commented on Cain Velasquez and his transition from MMA to pro-wrestling.

“Cain’s doing great,” Goldberg said. “I saw a little bit of the coverage of his match and you know, put it this way, anyone in professional sports who was in that sport for a lifelong dream like myself, played football, it’s all I ever wanted to do, it’s a great alternative. This wrestling business offers a lot, it really does. For guys who are high-level professional athletes to try and make the transition, especially with what Cain knows and what he’s done in the past, it’s a perfect easy transition. I’m not going to say easy but it’s easier than for someone whose never done anything like that before.”

Goldberg continued to say he’d like to wrestle Cain as well.

“I’d still smash him in the ring,” Goldberg stated.

Matt Riddle and Bill Goldberg are reported to have met backstage during Summerslam weekend in regards to Riddle’s frequent public comments about the former Universal champion. According to a report from Fightful, the interaction between the two was filmed “just in case” and Riddle being scheduled for Watch Along was not done by accident.

“Another source on the production end of things said that WWE knows what its doing with Riddle and Goldberg, and the initial conversation was filmed ‘just in case,’ and that WWE didn’t exactly put Riddle on the Watch Along by accident,” Fightful’s report reads.

Matt Riddle and Bill Goldberg

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Riddle commented on his backstage meeting with Goldberg on the Summerslam Watch Along show:

Riddle also spoke about Goldberg while being interviewed at the Download Festival this summer.

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“The thing for me is, and one of the reasons I was never a fan of Goldberg in the beginning when everybody was like ‘oh, he’s so good!’ I was like ‘no, he’s terrible, he’s hurting people’ and there’s nothing else.”

“He just has three-minute matches. And that was my thing and when people say ‘who was your favorite wrestler?’ I really don’t have one. I just liked really good wrestling. That’s why I fight and I do that. So for me, I don’t care how much money he makes, I’m just glad people were entertained. But, stick to your wheelhouse, bro. And stop headbutting doors before you wrestle. And I’m not hating – I’m not hating – I’m just spitting facts and these are all facts and things he should take into consideration. And not just for me, not because he got made fun of, but for his health as well.”

Bill Goldberg is making the media rounds to promote the season premiere of Forged in Fire: Knife or Death that airs on Wednesday night at 10 p.m. ET on the History channel where he serves as the host. The WWE Hall of Famer spoke with Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated to talk about the show as well as status with the WWE.

Potential WWE Return

Goldberg was asked if he’ll make another return to the company for a run or potentially one match at one of the upcoming shows in Saudi Arabia due to the big money that is being offered.

“I don’t really foresee that happening, but if Vince [McMahon] picked up the phone and asked me to do something of that magnitude, I’d have to listen,” said Goldberg. “It’s always a possibility. If it’s just a money grab or it’s just a thing to throw me out there, I’m not interested. The biggest issue there is storyline. I don’t do things just to do them. If they can come up with a story or a reason for me to go back comparable to what they did last time, I’m in.”

His Last WWE Run

After twelve years away from the company, he returned to WWE in 2016 and headlined Survivor Series against Brock Lesnar, and Fastlane against Kevin Owens where he won the WWE Universal Championship. He lost the title to Lesnar at WrestleMania 33 last year in Orlando, Florida. Goldberg was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame earlier this year during WrestleMania 34 weekend and was last seen on WWE television the night after Mania on RAW.

Goldberg stated that his last run was so special as it was everything it could have been and that he couldn’t have asked for much more. He continued by stating that nothing that they put out there is ever guaranteed to succeed, but thinks the stars aligned for it to happen.

“It was the right time and the right circumstances. I don’t know if the stars will align like that again.”

Asuka had surpassed Goldberg’s undefeated winnig streak back in May last year when she was still in NXT and the former World Champion had praised the Empress of Tomorrow on her achievement.

During a latest interview with The New York Post, Goldberg talked about many things including the possibility of having one more match and he also commented on her streak getting broken at WrestleMania 34.

The former WCW Star claimed that he felt bad for Asuka when the streak ended at the Show of Shows but he also said that it was done properly and now the pressure has been taken off the former NXT Star:

“I felt bad for her. It’s a really cool accomplishment. It’s unbelievable, but there comes a time when you kind of question its tenure and when is it the right time to break it. Who is the right person to break it? I think it was done properly. I think the pressure has been taken off of her.”

Goldberg’s undefeated streak ran for 173 wins before it was broken by Kevin Nash at the Starrcade event in 1998. Asuka surpassed this record after she defeated Bianca Blair at an NXT Live event back in May last year.

The former NXT Women’s Champion continued her streak on the main roster for several months before she was defeated by Charlotte Flair during the SmackDown Women’s Championship match at WrestleMania 34 earlier this month.

Soon to be WWE Hall-of-Famer and former Universal Champion, Bill Goldberg, will appear on an episode of “the Flash” tonight.

Goldberg plays the role of a prison inmate, “Big Sir”, in the show’s 11th episode of season 4.

Bill Goldberg Acting Career

Goldberg has several IMDB credits listed to him including:

• Yes, Dear (2002) – TV Series
• Family Guy – 1 episode in 2002
• Arli$$ – 1 episode in 2002
• Kim Possible – 1 episode 2002
• Looney Tunes: Back in Action
• Desperate Housewives – 1 episode in 2005
• Santa’s Slay
• the Longest Yard
• Law and Order: SUV – 1 episode in 2007
• Bullrun
• Half Past Dead 2
• Kill Speed
• Fury of the Fist and Golden Fleece
• American Satan
• Holly, Jingles, and Clyde 3D (announced)
• Con Man (Post-Production)