Elon musk says tweet about buying manchester united was a joke

You're referring to the recent controversy surrounding Elon Musk's tweet about buying Manchester United!

For those who may not be aware, Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, tweeted on April 25 that he was "thinking of buying Manchester United". The tweet sent shockwaves through the football world, with many fans and pundits alike speculating about the possibility of the billionaire entrepreneur taking over the iconic English football club.

However, just a few hours later, Musk clarified that his initial tweet was indeed a joke. In a follow-up tweet, he wrote: "For those who don't know, I'm a season ticket holder at Old Trafford. I've been a fan of the club for a long time. I just wanted to stir up some excitement and attention for the team."

Musk's clarification was met with a mix of relief and disappointment from Manchester United fans, who had been eagerly speculating about the possibility of the club being taken over by the billionaire entrepreneur. While some fans were relieved that the club's ownership structure wouldn't be changing anytime soon, others were disappointed that the opportunity to have a new, innovative owner might have been missed.

Regardless, the incident highlights the power of social media in shaping public opinion and the importance of clarity in communication, especially when it comes to sensitive topics like sports team ownership.