Newcastle United star ‘spotted’ alongside John Cena in bizarre appearance before Wrestlemania 41
Joelinton and John Cena would make a powerful Premier League midfield, wouldn’t they?
Eagle-eyed Newcastle United supporters noticed a black-and-white twist at WWE’s Monday Night Raw event this week. John Cena, the fabled superstar who has enjoyed two decades of success in the sport, is on a farewell tour.
A shock heel turn - when a “good” wrestler turns “bad” - has taken the industry by storm. No longer the cheesy, Marty Stu role model adored by millions, Cena is upsetting the apple cart before bowing out in style.
Glasgow was treated to a diatribe of Cena abuse on Monday as the WWE returned to British soil. As the 47-year-old tore into the audience, one avid member of the crowd could be seen holding up a Joelinton sign.
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The card read “I believe in Joe Hendry” with “Joe Hendry” crossed out and replaced by “Joelinton”. This is a reference to the Scottish wrestler’s catchphrase who is currently on the WWE roster.
“I believe in Joelinton” sign at Monday Night Raw hahahahah pic.twitter.com/8zGOha6mmH
— 𝘈𝙟 (🏆) (@16AJ29) March 24, 2025
An unlikely shoutout at the WWE came just eight days after Joelinton became a Newcastle legend. While local hero Dan Burn earned the man-of-the-match award, many crowned the Brazilian as United’s best player against Liverpool.
Lifting the Carabao Cup - and ending 70 years of Tyneside pain - completed Joelinton’s redemption arc from a goal-shy striker to a St James’ Park cult hero. He endured a tough international break - with Brazil losing 4-1 to bitter rivals Argentina - but is returning to the North East ahead of this weekend’s trophy celebrations.
Joelinton crowned Wembley win as ‘one of the happiest days’ in his life
An emotional Joelinton spoke to NewcastleWorld following the Carabao Cup triumph over Liverpool. After 90 minutes of toil and sweat to keep the Reds midfield at bay, the 28-year-old christened the Wembley win as his finest hour.
"It's crazy and one of the happiest days of my life other than my kids being born or my wedding,” Joelinton said. “It is just an incredible feeling. I am just so, so glad and happy. For me, for the fans, they have been through so much but they are incredible.
"We are really, really happy for them to give them this day. Yes, that was my favourite part. That is what this city demands and I want the fans to feel like they have a fan on the pitch, that's what I want to be. I want to give my best and that is what I will always do."