5 WWE dream matches for Goldberg that will likely never happen

On the latest episode of SmackDown, Goldberg returned to WWE television for the first time since Crown Jewel 2021. He confronted the reigning Universal Champion Roman Reigns, who was stunned to see the Hall of Famer back again.

The former WCW legend challenged Reigns to a Universal Championship match at the upcoming Elimination Chamber event. Later in the show, it was made official that the Tribal Chief would defend his title against Goldberg in Jeddah.

Many assume that Goldberg's upcoming bout will be his last in WWE. The former two-time Universal Champion has only one match left in his WWE contract, and he might retire after passing the torch to Roman Reigns.

If The Icon does indeed hang up his boots in Saudi Arabia, we may be deprived of several enticing dream matches. In this article, let's look at five dream matches for Goldberg that will likely never happen.

#5. Riddle vs. Goldberg was pushed by The Original Bro

Over the years, Riddle has been on the receiving end of backstage heat due to his straightforward attitude. The Original Bro does not mince his words when talking about his fellow superstars.

One of the superstars Riddle has been calling out for a while is Goldberg. The RK-BRO member has expressed his desire to face the iconic WWE Superstar on a number of occasions.

The two men even had a tense backstage confrontation back in August 2019, which got fans excited for a potential future match. However, if Goldberg retires after his upcoming Saudi Arabia contest, Riddle's wish to share the ring with him will remain unfulfilled.

#4. Bron Breakker's WWE career could have benefitted from facing his idol.

Bron Breakker is one of the most impressive superstars on the NXT 2.0 roster. With his consistent performances, Breakker has caught the attention of legendary names like Kurt Angle, Booker T, and Jim Cornette.

The reigning NXT Champion recently talked about the influence that Goldberg had on his career. Breakker always looked up to the former WCW Champion as a perfect role model.

Bron was also fortunate to get some helpful advice from his childhood hero during the initial stages of his career.

Considering their relationship, a potential match between the two stars might have been intriguing. It would have been a great opportunity for Goldberg to pass the torch to a younger superstar while gratifying the fans eager to see Breakker's ascent in the company.

But with Goldberg's career winding down, it seems unlikely the NXT Champion will ever get to compete against his childhood hero.

#3. John Cena surprisingly never crossed paths with Goldberg

During his illustrious career, John Cena conquered many WWE legends. From Triple H to The Undertaker, it seemed as though there wasn't a single industry icon that the Cenation Leader couldn't defeat.

Although Cena claimed victory over so many WWE Superstars in his decade of reigning on top, he surprisingly never crossed paths with Goldberg. The two men have been in and out of the wrestling business for a very long time, but haven't encountered each other even once.

In August 2021, Goldberg revealed his intention to face John Cena in a first-time-ever match. The WWE Hall of Famer talked about how their contrasting personalities could lead to a memorable contest.

Unfortunately, Cena's tight schedule might not allow him to return to WWE in the near future. Since Goldberg has limited appearances left on his contract, the chances of this dream encounter taking place are looking less and less likely.

#2. Goldberg vs. Big E would have been a great match

During his appearance on Hot 97 Radio in September 2021, Big E revealed that he would love to be Goldberg's opponent in the latter's final match.

Big E was full of admiration for the WWE Hall of Famer. The Powerhouse of Positivity called him his favorite childhood wrestler, stating that he would be down for a match with Goldberg at an event like WrestleMania.

In January 2022, Goldberg showered praise on the former WWE Champion. He called Big E the prototype of what a superstar should be in the modern era.

If The Icon renews his contract after the Elimination Chamber, then we might see this match take place in the future. Otherwise, Big E will likely never get the chance to compete against his idol in WWE.

#1. AJ Styles would have been the perfect opponent for Goldberg

AJ Styles is known for making his opponents look like a million bucks in the ring. He is a seasoned performer who can easily carry any superstar to a great match.

When The Undertaker was searching for a suitable opponent for his retirement match, AJ Styles arrived to help The Phenom end his career on a high note. Their Boneyard match was a huge success and helped Taker find redemption after his disastrous showdown with Goldberg in Saudi Arabia.

Sadly, Goldberg never got the chance to work with someone as technically profound as The Phenomenal One. If the two superstars had shared the squared circle even once, it would have been a highlight of their respective careers.

But with Goldberg close to finishing up and Styles possibly entering the final stretch of his career, this dream match may never become a reality.