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Goldberg wrestled the final match of his WWE contract at the recently concluded Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event, where he unsuccessfully challenged Roman Reigns for the Universal Championship.
Prior to his appearance in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Goldberg dropped multiple hints suggesting that his bout against The Tribal Chief would be his last as an in-ring performer.
The WWE Hall of Famer hasn't re-signed a new contract, which ostensibly makes him arguably the hottest free agent in pro wrestling today. As of this writing, Goldberg hasn't officially announced his retirement, meaning that he is technically eligible to sign with any promotion he desires.
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He may be well past his prime, but who wouldn't want to sign a performer of his caliber? Even at 55, The Icon possesses star power that appeals to a hardcore wrestling audience.
At this time, AEW is the only major league promotion that focuses more on the hardcore fanbase. Tony Khan has often expressed his desire to work with Bill if the right opportunity presents itself. There couldn't be a better time than this to outbid WWE and offer a lucrative deal to the former Universal Champion.
The entire move could send shock waves through the wrestling world, including WWE. It may sound like a hypothetical scenario, but imagine the options Goldberg could explore in AEW.
With that said, let's dive straight into five potential opponents for 'Da Man' if he jumps ship over to All Elite Wrestling.
#5 - Goldberg could start with Jon Moxley
Jon Moxley would be the WWE legend's first-choice opponent in AEW. Given the two men's penchant for hardcore wrestling style, fans will go berserk to see them tear each other apart in the ring.
Both men have limited moves, but they're brawlers in the ring. Mox and The Icon's tendency to squash opponents runs in their veins. Even though their match wouldn't be an all-time classic, the two could grab massive eyeballs solely based on the storyline build-up.
The WWE Hall of Famer is a man of few words on the mic. But sometimes the less said, the better. A brief staredown and a brawl would be enough to build hype for their pay-per-view-worthy match. Regardless of whoever wins, fans would love to see a fantasy war getting real.
#4 - Bryan Danielson would be a contrast in styles
If there's anyone who could bring the best out of Goldberg, that would be Bryan Danielson. The American Dragon is hailed as one of the best, if not the best, technical sound wrestlers in pro wrestling today.
Danielson vs. Goldberg would be the modern-day version of the David versus Goliath story. Danielson might be the perfect wrestler to sell spear and make it look like a brutal maneuver.
Although it would be a one-sided match, both men will look like a million bucks coming out of the clash.
#3 - Keith Lee would be a really big match-up
AEW's newest acquisition Keith Lee would be a formidable choice to face The Myth in the ring.
Understandably, the latter's ability to lift his opponents and deliver Jackhammer has diminished with age, and it would be an uphill task for him to execute this spine-chilling maneuver on someone like Lee.
Yet the two powerhouses coming up with all the guns blazing to put one another down would be a sight to behold. Plus, this match could serve as a potential passing of the torch moment for The Limitless One.
#2 - A match against Sting would be a battle between two iconic WCW stars
Goldberg vs. Sting may no longer be a dream match that wrestling fans would be interested in seeing in 2022. Interestingly enough, their combined age equals 117, which isn't an ideal set of digits for two competitors to have a marquee match-up.
However, the two men have a rich history and were instrumental in the success of WCW back in the day.
The two WCW Icons have collided in some of the most memorable World Championship matches of the late 1990s. Not too long ago, Goldberg spoke highly of the face-painted star and admitted that Sting was a stalwart of WCW.
The former Universal Champion even credited the AEW star for his immense success in pro wrestling:
"Sting is WCW. Period, end of story. People want to say it was me for a period of time, but he just handed the reins to me for a little bit. Sting is that promotion. That promotion is Sting. Everything I learned, I learned from him. He was an integral part of my process becoming a professional wrestler. I wouldn't have done it without him."
The two men could revisit their decades-old saga in AEW and wrestle again for the sake of old times.
#1 Goldberg vs. Wardlow would be the ultimate power struggle
AEW's most intimidating wrestler Wardlow is someone who can decimate Goldberg in the ring.
Mr. Mayem's Powerbomb Symphony maneuver has been picking up steam lately, similar to when The Icon's spear and Jackhammer combination became a thing back in the day. Both men can put on a short yet entertaining match revolving around their finishing maneuvers.
The Conductor of Violence could be the chosen one to retire the WWE Hall of Famer from pro wrestling once and for all. A win over the legendary star would instantly help Wardlow solidify his position as one of the top stars on the roster.
Who would you like to see Goldberg wrestle if he signs with All Elite Wrestling? Please share your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below.
