'He Can Bite Me' - Goldberg Fires Back At WWE Legend

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WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg has responded to criticism from fellow legend Bully Ray regarding his return for a World Heavyweight Championship match. Goldberg returned to Raw on June 16 to challenge the champion, GUNTHER.
The booking drew criticism from some, including Bully Ray, who questioned the logic of a 58-year-old getting an immediate title shot. Goldberg addressed those comments directly during an appearance on The National Football Show with Dan Sileo.
Goldberg Responds To Bully Ray
Goldberg justified his position by referencing his iconic undefeated streak in WCW. He then dismissed the criticism from his fellow Hall of Famer.
"I was 176-0. I don't have to stand in freakin' line. So Bully Ray can bite me," Goldberg said. "But everybody's got an opinion, and Bully Ray has a podcast that's about wrestling, and so you're obviously gonna chime in and give your two cents, and I love him to death and I respect his opinion. But his opinion is like an a**hole, and everybody's got one."
Goldberg Addressing Criticism About His Age
Goldberg also had a message for fans who believe he is too old to be competing for a world title. He acknowledged his age but challenged anyone to do what he does.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 5: Bill Goldberg poses in the ring with Triple H during Bad Blood at State Farm Arena on October 5, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 5: Bill Goldberg poses in the ring with Triple H during Bad Blood at State Farm Arena on October 5, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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"Everybody, 'Oh, Goldberg's limping to the ring, Goldberg's small, Goldberg's old.' I am freakin' old. What do you want me to do? Turn the clock back?" he stated. "But, show me another 58-year-old dude that's willing to go out and do this? ... I'm gonna hopefully surpass their performance and at the end of the day, I gotta surpass my performance in the past."
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GUNTHER Adds Fuel To The Fire
Goldberg's opponent, GUNTHER, has also taken a shot at the returning legend. Following their confrontation on Raw, the World Heavyweight Champion posted a photo of their face-off on Instagram.
He included a caption that mocked Goldberg's famously short matches. "I'm next .... guess i can spare 3 minutes," GUNTHER wrote.
Goldberg holds a 3-6 record in his nine WWE world title matches. His three victories earned him one World Heavyweight Championship (defeating Triple H) and two Universal Championships (defeating Kevin Owens and "The Fiend"). He was unsuccessful in subsequent title bouts against opponents like Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, and Drew McIntyre.
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