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Nikki Bella Confronts Chelsea Green on SmackDown, Matt Cardona Replies with Two‑Word Instagram Message

During a SmackDown segment, Bella brought up Cardona, prompting a brief Instagram reply.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:08:24 GMT

Nikki Bella interrupted Chelsea Green’s backstage interview on WWE SmackDown, bringing Green’s husband Matt Cardona into the discussion. Bella claimed Cardona wants the "real thing," after which Cardona posted a two‑word response, "Excuse me?", on his Instagram story, as reported by Sportskeeda.

What happened

The exchange occurred after the Six‑Woman Tag Team Match featuring the Women’s Money in the Bank participants. Green was speaking with Cathy Kelley when Bella interjected, making the conversation personal and referencing Cardona.

What was said

Cardona’s Instagram story displayed the brief reply, while Bella’s earlier comments about her WWE booking and feud with Paige were also noted in the same report.

Key facts

• Nikki Bella interrupted Chelsea Green’s backstage interview on SmackDown. (sportskeeda.com)
• Bella mentioned Matt Cardona’s desire for the "real thing". (sportskeeda.com)
• Cardona responded on Instagram with the two‑word message "Excuse me?". (sportskeeda.com)

Sources

• [1] sportskeeda.com — originally reported as “Nikki Bella Tells WWE Superstar That Her Husband Wants The "Real Thing"; He Reacts With A Two-Word Message”