On the July 12th episode of WWE Saturday Night’s main event, Gunther successfully defended his World Heavyweight Championship by defeating Goldberg. This match was advertised as Goldberg’s retirement bout, but the WWE Hall of Fame expressed disappointment with how the event unfolded.
Goldberg’s recent remarks, which could potentially strain his relationship with WWE, have sparked speculation that Tony Khan might welcome WCW legends to AEW, paving the way for Goldberg to make a comeback in his final match. With that possibility, here are six wrestlers who could be Goldberg’s last opponent in AEW.
6. MJF
During a recent Busted Open Radio interview, MJF was asked if Goldberg might have a proper retirement match in AEW. Maxwell Jacob Friedman revealed that, as a kid, his two favorite wrestlers were Goldberg and The Rock. He also expressed willingness to face Goldberg in the ring. Among AEW’s roster, MJF might be the most suitable challenger for Goldberg. As a former AEW World Champion and a key figure in AEW’s most significant matches, a showdown between MJF and Goldberg would make for a memorable and fitting final bout.
Fan Take: This development is exciting for AEW fans as it hints at the possibility of WCW legends like Goldberg making impactful appearances, which can elevate AEW’s profile and storytelling depth. A final match featuring a star like MJF versus Goldberg could attract huge attention and redefine what’s possible in the wrestling world.
