Goldberg’s retirement match against Gunther on WWE’s Saturday night main event has stirred some debate. Shortly after the match, Goldberg appeared on "Ariel Helwani’s" show and expressed dissatisfaction with certain aspects of his retirement. His criticisms led to accusations of ingratitude, with Dave LaGreca from "Busted Open Radio" visibly upset, feeling that Goldberg’s remarks spoiled his birthday.
On the Thursday episode of "Busted Open," Nic Nemeth also criticized Goldberg for being ungrateful, noting that Goldberg seemed to think highly of himself. Nemeth suggested that even if Goldberg had grievances, he should have taken the high road instead of complaining.
Nemeth stated, "He had the easiest opportunity to say, ‘Thank you, everyone. Most people never get this chance. I’m grateful to have this moment to go out. Gunther, you’re Hall of Fame material one day.’ Saying something positive about others rather than focusing only on himself would have left a better impression. People would have seen him as more than just someone who took the spotlight—they’d see him as a good guy."
Instead, Goldberg’s comments were self-centered, blaming others and claiming no one helped or organized things for him. Nemeth expressed frustration with this attitude, noting that in every locker room, at every level of professional wrestling, many wrestlers don’t get a proper send-off. He sarcastically added, "Good riddance."
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Fan Take: This situation highlights the importance of humility and gratitude in wrestling, a sport that thrives on respect and camaraderie. For WWE fans, Goldberg’s remarks could overshadow his legacy, reminding wrestlers and fans alike that how you leave the spotlight can be just as impactful as the career you had.
