Goldberg recently voiced his dissatisfaction with how WWE handled his retirement match in an interview. Initially, many fans believed WWE mishandled the promotion of the event and blamed Goldberg for interrupting his farewell speech by cutting the broadcast. However, opinions began to shift.
Since Goldberg’s talk with Ariel Helwani, the narrative changed. He revealed that his speech was shortened after he complained about the lack of promotional appearances leading up to the match. Goldberg implied it was intentional, suggesting that as a former WCW star, he was treated differently compared to WWE legends like John Cena or The Undertaker. WWE figures like Peter Rosenberg pushed back, arguing Goldberg should be thankful for the opportunity and not complain, stating many wrestlers more talented than him wouldn’t receive such treatment.
Many fans and analysts now feel Goldberg’s attitude might be the real issue. Despite receiving a significant farewell match, he seems ungrateful and disregards the efforts WWE made on his behalf. Some even believe WWE adjusted title storylines, such as Jey Uso’s, to accommodate Goldberg’s retirement showdown. Rosenberg noted that individuals who complain the most are often the hardest to work with—a label some fans are now applying to Goldberg.
Fan Take: This controversy highlights the delicate balance WWE must maintain when honoring legends while managing fan expectations and company interests. For WWE fans, Goldberg’s complaints could signal potential friction behind the scenes that might impact future storylines and the handling of veteran wrestlers’ farewells.
