Bruno Fernandes X Account Hacked: Manchester United Captain Targeted in Crypto Scam

The Manchester United captain, who is currently navigating a turbulent period at the club following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim and a shock FA Cup exit, became the latest victim in a string of high-profile social media breaches affecting Premier League stars.

The hack occurred during the late afternoon on Sunday, shortly after Manchester United’s 2-1 defeat to Brighton. The attackers gained full control of the account and began posting a series of fraudulent messages, primarily promoting a cryptocurrency scam involving a fake "Fernandes Token." 

The hackers also pinned a post claiming that the midfielder was launching a massive giveaway to "compensate fans for the recent poor results."

Beyond the financial scams, the compromised account was used to post several derogatory and out-of-character comments regarding the Manchester United hierarchy and interim manager Darren Fletcher.

The posts remained active for approximately 45 minutes, amassing thousands of interactions before the account was suspended and eventually restored by X's security team in coordination with Manchester United’s digital media department.

This incident is not an isolated case; it highlights a growing trend of "SIM-swapping" and sophisticated phishing attacks targeting footballers. Only last month, similar breaches affected Kylian Mbappé and Richarlison, both of whom saw their accounts used to push illicit "Memecoin" schemes.

Experts suggest that the timing of the hack was likely chosen to capitalize on the high volume of traffic and emotional volatility of the Manchester United fanbase following the team’s FA Cup elimination. By targeting a player with over 7 million followers, the attackers ensured maximum visibility for their fraudulent links before security protocols could be enacted.

A spokesperson for Manchester United confirmed the breach late Sunday evening, stating that the club is working closely with X to investigate the source of the unauthorized access. The club emphasized that any links or investment advice posted during the period of the hack should be strictly ignored.

Bruno Fernandes has since regained control of the account and issued a brief apology to his followers, clarifying that the views expressed during the breach were not his own. He also urged fans to remain vigilant against online scams, as the club continues to review the personal cybersecurity measures for all first-team players to prevent a recurrence of such an invasive incident.