Fact check: Is Rey Mysterio retiring from WWE after injury before Clash in Italy 2026? Viral rumor debunked (Image via Getty)
Rey Mysterio’s name started trending after posts online claimed he will retire at WWE’s Clash in Italy 2026. Clash in Italy 2026 is a real WWE event. It is scheduled for May 31, 2026, at the Inalpi Arena in Turin.
Because this spread fast on Instagram and Facebook on March 21, 2026, fans got worried. Because wrestling is very physical, he clearly said both sides of his ribs were hurt and healing will take time. Reports also say his current WWE contract runs until late 2026, which means he is still signed for months after this event.
There is no confirmed plan that Rey Mysterio will retire at that event.
Many posts said he made this decision after suffering rib fractures in a match with Austin Theory. Some even claimed he already told WWE and plans to move into a backstage role. However, he never said this injury will end his career. He has said he wants a proper farewell and meaningful matches before he stops.
In fact, he still showed up at the Royal Rumble soon after. That itself shows he is still active and trying to continue. Over the years, Rey Mysterio has often talked about injuries, but he has always come back. This will be WWE’s first major live event in that city, which makes it special. But there is no official statement connecting Rey Mysterio’s retirement to this show. Rey Mysterio has spoken about retirement before. But he has never shared a fixed date or event.