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Bill Goldberg set the wrestling world alight in the late '90s when he debuted for World Championship Wrestling. It was during the Monday Night Wars when WCW was opposing Vince McMahon's WWE. Goldberg became one of the biggest stars in Ted Turner's company. He even managed to go on one of the most incredible undefeated streaks ever.
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Following the demise and sale of World Championship Wrestling to Vince McMahon, Goldberg signed with WWE in 2003 on a one-year contract. He entered feuds with superstars such as The Rock, Triple H and Brock Lesnar. He walked off into the sunset after his deal was up and didn't wrestle again for WWE until he returned in 2016.
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The WWE Universe has been divided when it comes to Goldberg, with many wondering if it is time for him to call it a day. That opinion intensified following his match with The Undertaker at the Super Showdown event in Saudi Arabia in 2019.
The match included numerous botched moves and, at one point, Goldberg almost accidentally injured 8iuThe Deadman. That performance only spurred Goldberg on, and he returned once again, with his WWE tenure covered on the WWE Network series, WWE 24.
Now, speculation is rife that the man with the most devastating spear in pro-wrestling is set to return once again to WWE. Let's take a look at three reasons why we would welcome Goldberg's return, and two reasons why we wouldn't.
#3 Why we would - New and fresh feuds for WWE and Goldberg
One thing the WWE Universe cries out for regularly is the chance to see some fresh match ups and fresh feuds on television. Entering Goldberg back into the fray gives WWE that opportunity against some of their emerging superstars.
Most recently, Goldberg has faced Dolph Ziggler, The Fiend, Braun Strowman and Drew McIntyre, in match-up's that we had never seen before. Of course, with Goldberg's legendary past, it certainly gives the current roster a rub stepping into the ring with the WWE Hall of Famer.
Most recently, Goldberg has put Braun Strowman and Drew McIntyre over in world title matches. It shows just exactly what sort of rub Goldberg can give to an emerging main event talent.
Feuds and match-ups we could potentially see Goldberg having ranged from 'The All Mighty One' Bobby Lashley to 'The Tribal Chief' Roman Reigns. Even a Spear vs. Spear blockbuster match with Edge.
#3 Why we wouldn't - It might be time for Goldberg to retire
Following a questionable match with The Undertaker at the Super Showdown event in Saudi Arabia, many were left wondering if that was it for Goldberg. At the age of 54, Goldberg isn't getting any younger, and signs of his body slowing down have been clear to see.
Goldberg, of course, is very much at the tail end of his career. It is quite evident now that he is doing it for fun and also to put food on the table for his family.
Goldberg discussed his plans to retire with Bleacher Report in December 2020:
I'm 53 years old, I'll be 54 here in a couple of weeks. Hey, as long as my body can still do it, I'm still going to do it. It's very tough because being a power wrestler at this age, I'm not the person I was back in the past. You have that sense of, 'Oh, am I ruining my legacy?' Well, you know what? I still have to put food on the table for my family
Whether or not we see Goldberg still competing in the next few years remains to be seen. Discussions will still be had amongst the WWE Universe about whether he should already be retired.
#2 Why we would - Goldberg draws in the WWE Universe
It's safe to say that Goldberg is still popular with the WWE Universe, even if there are questions about whether he should still be active.
Every time Goldberg has appeared in front of a live audience, fans are always immediately on their feet chanting 'Goldberg, Goldberg, Goldberg'. This shows him enormous respect for his storybook career.
Goldberg has that unique aura about him that transcends across to the audience in attendance and those watching on TV. It makes you sit up and take notice. It is similar to that of Brock Lesnar, where you just don't know what will happen next.
If he were to return soon, we're sure that the ovation would be huge and would immediately hook the WWE Universe.
#2 Why we wouldn't - Without Goldberg, the rest of the roster has a chance to shine
Goldberg has been making appearances for WWE on a part-time basis, and it will likely be the same case again this time around, if he is to return.
It is known, within WWE circles, that talent can be a little frustrated with so-called part-timers taking their spots. Full time WWE stars work 300+ days a year, putting their bodies on the line to earn the opportunities that someone like Goldberg can just walk in and take.
Of course, we want to see all of the WWE superstars get their moment in the sun. For somebody such as Goldberg, re-entering the fray can certainly hinder a talent and potentially push them out of key spots on the card.
For example, if Goldberg is to come back and challenge Bobby Lashley for the WWE Championship then that would immediately push one of the RAW superstars down the pecking order.
#1 Why we would - Goldberg brings the nostalgia
No matter what kind of wrestling fan you ever talk with, they all love some nostalgia when it comes to their wrestling.
Whether you're pining to relive the Attitude Era, or craving some hardcore action and wanting ECW to be resurrected, it is something we all love that brings us those good feels.
The exact same thing happens with Goldberg. Simply because of his historical run with WCW that peaked during the war with Monday Night RAW every Monday night during the late 90's. Goldberg was a huge hit and fans want to relive his glory through 2021 lenses.
Goldberg brings that nostalgia with his unique entrance. Emerging from the locker room with the camera following his walk to the ring, to his simplified moveset of the Spear and Jackhammer.
All in all, if Goldberg is to return imminently, everything that he has done for the business has earned the WWE Universe's respect no matter what path he chooses next.
