WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg appears closer to his anticipated return as recent internal discussions within the company have revived plans for the wrestling legend. According to WrestleVotes sources, Goldberg’s name has been actively discussed backstage for the first time since his October 2024 Bad Blood appearance, where he confronted Intercontinental Champion Gunther.
The 57-year-old superstar has publicly stated his intention to wrestle a retirement match in 2025, though no specific date or opponent has been confirmed. His last televised WWE segment saw him stand toe-to-toe with Gunther, sparking speculation about a potential dream match between the two powerhouses.
Goldberg’s impending return would mark his first WWE appearance in seven months, continuing the company’s tradition of bringing back legendary performers for special attractions. While creative details remain undisclosed, the renewed internal conversations suggest WWE may be finalizing plans for the WCW icon’s farewell match in the coming months.
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The former Universal Champion maintains an undefeated streak at WrestleMania and holds an impressive 173-2 career record, making his retirement bout a significant booking challenge for WWE creative. His return would likely tie into one of WWE’s upcoming premium live events as the company builds toward SummerSlam season.
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. Feels like the inevitable return is nearing.
— WrestleVotes (@WrestleVotes) May 8, 2025
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