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Newsweek
3 days ago
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- Newsweek
Former WWE Champion Originally Wanted To Be Goldberg's Retirement Opponent
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Former WWE Champion Big E has revealed that he originally wanted to be the opponent for Goldberg's final retirement match. The comments came as he discussed Goldberg's recent return to challenge World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER. The WWE Hall of Famer returned on the June 16 episode of Raw to set up his final match. It will take place at Saturday Night's Main Event in Atlanta on July 12. Big E's 'What If' Scenario Speaking on a recent WWE Raw Recap show, Big E shared his long-time admiration for Goldberg. He then revealed his own desire to have been the one to face the legend in his farewell bout. "I wanted his retirement match. That's obviously off the table," Big E said. Big E has been sidelined since March 2022 with a severe neck injury that has put his in-ring career in jeopardy. This injury is why his dream match with Goldberg is not a possibility. Thoughts On Goldberg vs. GUNTHER Despite his own aspirations, Big E expressed his excitement for the newly announced Goldberg vs. GUNTHER match. He noted his intrigue over the "clash of eras." "I will say if, if this is indeed it, GUNTHER is so intriguing," he stated. "I love the, the clash of eras... I want to see Gunther be in the ring with the biggest fish." More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation He feels that while facing current stars is important, this allows GUNTHER to share the ring with a true legend. It serves as a good test for the reigning World Heavyweight Champion. LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 08: Bill Goldberg speaks at the roundtable panel during HISTORY's Live Event 'Evel Live' at Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace on July 8, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 08: Bill Goldberg speaks at the roundtable panel during HISTORY's Live Event 'Evel Live' at Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace on July 8, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Picking A Winner When it came to predicting a winner, Big E was torn. He acknowledged GUNTHER's dominance but admitted the possibility of a Goldberg win is what makes the match so compelling. "Look, I don't see anyone beating this version of Gunther. I'm not picking anyone against Gunther, but it is, it is very possible," Big E reflected. "And I think that's what intrigues you is, is good. Could we see it? Right. Could this really happen? Is this possible? I don't think so, but maybe?" Goldberg has stated coming into the match that he's dealt with injuries while training for it. Hopefully, he can have one last great performance. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Pink Villa
4 days ago
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- Pink Villa
‘Not SUGA, but my friend Min Yoongi': El Capitxn reveals BTS member offered to cover costs for vocal treatment
The world counts down to BTS' SUGA's official military discharge on June 21, 2025. At the same time, a deeply personal essay by one of his closest collaborators is going viral. It offers a rare look at the man behind the stage name. On June 15, fans were moved by a blog post sharing a preview from producer El Capitxn's upcoming essay collection, We're Still in the Interlude. The excerpt traces his emotional journey from idol to producer. It centres on the powerful bond he shares with BTS' Min Yoongi. The piece resonates widely due to its raw revelations and previously unknown stories about the BTS member's role in helping the producer rebuild his life. El Capitxn's darkest days Born Jang Yi Jung, El Capitxn first entered the K-pop scene as the main vocalist of boy group HISTORY in 2013 under LOEN Entertainment. However, after the group disbanded in 2017, he faded from the idol spotlight and faced an identity crisis. It led him to distance himself from music altogether. In the essay, he candidly recalls this period as emotionally paralyzing, describing it as a time when no words, music, or people could bring him solace. He transitioned into songwriting and production under the moniker El Capitxn. He admits that the change felt hollow at first, until SUGA re-entered his life in an unexpected way. The power of Snooze and a simple invitation One turning point came when El Capitxn co-produced SUGA's 2023 D-DAY album, particularly the track Snooze. He described the song as something that could have brought him the comfort he once desperately needed. Soon after, he received an invitation from SUGA to appear on his YouTube talk show, Suchwita. While the appearance seemed casual on the surface, El Capitxn says it was transformative. Their conversation, full of laughter and reflection, helped him confront a part of himself he had long suppressed: his voice, his story, and his lost dreams. SUGA's quiet promise Though El Capitxn had previously declined an offer to join HYBE as an in-house producer, he says their friendship never wavered. What followed were moments of personal support, not for publicity or fanfare, but out of genuine care. In one especially moving part of the essay, he recalls SUGA urging him to sing again. "I like hearing you sing," Yoongi told him. "If you're going to keep singing, fix your throat first. I'll cover any costs. That wasn't BTS' SUGA speaking, it was my friend, Min Yoongi." Moreover, El Capitxn even jokes that he sometimes calls SUGA' dad.' "I always say this, 'Maybe it was my real dad who raised Jang Yi Jung, but it was producer SUGA who raised El Capitxn,'" he wrote. From broken dreams to global credits Since finding his footing again, El Capitxn has emerged as one of K-pop's most trusted producers. As the founder of the production team VENDORS, he has worked with artists including PSY, IU, NCT, TXT, and BTS. After producing the D-Day album with SUGA, their collaboration deepened when he joined Agust D TOUR D-DAY in 2024. He appeared as a DJ and behind-the-scenes support. Meanwhile, El Capitxn's full essay collection We're Still in the Interlude is to be published on June 23, 2025.
Newsweek
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Goldberg Provides Concerning Update Ahead Of WWE Retirement Match
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg is navigating an intense and challenging preparation for his final match under the WWE banner, providing candid updates on his CarCast podcast. He revealed he knows the undisclosed date for his 2025 retirement but is facing significant physical hurdles at age 58. "I know the date (of my retirement match). No one else knows the date public-wise," Goldberg stated (H/T to Fightful). He described the unique undertaking: "And so, at my age, you obviously have to do a lot of different things to get yourself prepared for what I'm about to embark upon... it's uncharted water because not many people my age have done this." His goal is to deliver a performance true to his legacy. "I'm not just showing up to show up. I need to show up and be me and I've tapped into me a little bit more as of late." However, the path has been fraught with difficulties. "...my training, with all injuries and with my age, it makes it extremely difficult to get prepared without going overboard... I hurt myself a couple times in the past three months. But, I pulled back," he admitted. Goldberg emphasized the struggle to balance his warrior mentality with his body's current limitations, especially during Muay Thai training. "It's really tough to have the mentality I do but to have the body that I do now, with the mileage on it... There's a huge balance." LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 08: Bill Goldberg speaks at the roundtable panel during HISTORY's Live Event 'Evel Live' at Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace on July 8, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 08: Bill Goldberg speaks at the roundtable panel during HISTORY's Live Event 'Evel Live' at Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace on July 8, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Despite the toughness, there have been positive moments. "I've been in the ring a couple times. I'm gonna get in the ring again today and it's just tough... Me doing that right there, that was the first day that I felt really good," he shared. Goldberg also discussed the "unrealistic" high bar he sets for himself and the challenges of gaining "good weight." "I eat eight times a day... I was almost up to 270 and I had to back off because I could not function. I felt horrible," he recounted, explaining he has since adjusted his diet. He is determined to impress in his farewell. "Man, I'm never gonna be the way that I used to be by any stretch of the imagination. But dammit, for a 58-year-old guy, I'm gonna be in some seriously awesome shape and I'm gonna freak some people out I believe," Goldberg stated. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation He even hinted at a potential change to his iconic ring attire: "I'm terrified to put those underwear, those trunks on again. I may even go with different kind of trunks, for the only time in my life." The WWE legend is also managing existing injuries. "I'm extremely limited because of my left knee. I can't run... it hurts," he said, noting he uses a sprint bike for cardio. He's also rehabbing a right shoulder that has troubled him for five years: "Hell, I'm working around my shoulder that... six months ago, I couldn't do this (lift my arm). I'm pretty strong now... I haven't been able to use my arm for five years... and I've had to retrain myself to do the normal, daily things." Goldberg's final WWE match is widely expected to take place "in the South," with considerable speculation pointing to the Saturday Night's Main Event on July 12, 2025, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia—a city with deep personal and professional ties for him. More WWE News:
Newsweek
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Legend Goldberg Reveals Dream Scenario For His Retirement Match
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg is gearing up for his final in-ring performance. While full details remain under wraps, he recently shared his original "dream" location for the match and offered insights into his current plans. Appearing on The Claw podcast with Ross and Marshall Von Erich, Goldberg discussed his connection with Wrestling Israel and his personal aspirations. "I'll do anything for my faith," Goldberg stated. "Truth be told, my dream was to have my retirement match in Israel. Quite obviously, because of the surroundings right now and over the past five years, it just hasn't been the right place to do it. I would be remiss if I didn't tell you that I was sorely disappointed that I couldn't do something in Israel, but retired doesn't mean dead." More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation He remains open to a future appearance there, adding, "I would be honored to go out there at some point, I really would. Never say never, but we've been trying to do it for the past number of years and it didn't work out. Fingers crossed, that's all you can do." While Israel was his dream, current indications and Goldberg's recent comments to MySA suggest his actual retirement match will be "in the South." Sources speaking with Fightful Select have indicated Atlanta is the city tentatively planned for this farewell bout. LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 08: Bill Goldberg speaks at the roundtable panel during HISTORY's Live Event 'Evel Live' at Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace on July 8, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 08: Bill Goldberg speaks at the roundtable panel during HISTORY's Live Event 'Evel Live' at Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace on July 8, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This aligns with Goldberg's deep history with Georgia, having played for the University of Georgia and the Atlanta Falcons, and his WCW career being based there. His last major WWE appearance was at Bad Blood in Atlanta on October 5, 2024, where he confronted then-World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER after verbal jabs were directed at his family, teasing a potential future clash. Adding another layer of intrigue, WWE Saturday Night's Main Event is internally slated for Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Atlanta. This date is notably the same day as AEW All In" in Texas. Although AEW's event is scheduled for the afternoon, WWE's special expected in the evening. Goldberg has been training for months and reportedly has some creative control over the rollout for his final match announcement. The match that makes the most sense would be against GUNTHER. However, WWE has yet to announce it. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
