Edwin van Ankeren (born 13 August 1968) is a Dutch former professional footballer who played as a striker.
A journeyman striker, Van Ankeren has played professionally in his native Holland as well as in Italy, France and Norway.
[2] After spells in Norway,[3] van Ankeren returned to Holland in 2005 to join newly formed professional club FC Omniworld.
[4] During his spell at Norwegian lower league side Tollnes BK, Van Ankeren already acted as player/assistant coach.
[6] Van Ankeren was named caretaker manager of Almere City after the club disposed of Dick de Boer in September 2012.