Motsepe Foundation Championship outfit Hope FC have confirmed that highly-rated attacker Edmilson Chaney has completed a move to reigning Betway Premiership champions Orlando Pirates.

The 19-year-old came through the ranks at Cape Town Spurs Academy before he secured a move to Hope FC.

He became one of the club’s standout players after his impressive performances to help Hope FC win the regional Stream A title before they secured the provincial crown as well.

His breakthrough campaign came in the 2025/26 season. Chaney played an important role as Hope FC won their Western Cape ABC Motsepe League’s Stream A title before going on to claim the provincial crown.

The victory secured them a place in the national playoffs, where they went on to secured promotion to the Motsepe Foundation Championship.

The Western Cape outfit has since confirmed that the talented youngster has secured a move to the Buccaneers as a result of his efforts for the club.

“Edmilson “Millies” Chaney departs Hope FC after completing a transfer to Orlando Pirates,” Hope FC announced on Facebook.

“A young man who played an important role in our promotion and whose journey represents exactly what we want Hope FC to stand for — creating opportunities and pathways for young talent to reach the highest level.

“To Millies and his family, we wish you nothing but success on this next chapter.”