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Jari Rantanen

b. 1961

Finnish association football player

Association football player Association football coach Politician
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About Jari Rantanen

Born 1961. Jari Rantanen is a Finnish association football player, association football coach and politician.

Jari Rantanen (born 31 December 1961 in Helsinki, Finland) is a retired football striker.

During his club career, Rantanen notably played for HJK Helsinki and FinnPa, as well as spells abroad with Estoril Praia, K. Beerschot V.A.C., IFK Göteborg and Leicester City. He also made 29 appearances for the Finland national team, scoring four goals.

Career statistics International goals Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition 1. 15 May 1984 Kouvolan keskuskenttä, Kouvola, Finland 1–3 Lost Friendly 2. 22 May 1985 Olympic Stadium, Helsinki, Finland 1–1 Drew 1986 World Cup qual. 3. 25 September 1985 Ratina Stadium, Tampere, Finland 1–0 Won 1986 World Cup qual. 4. 19 May 1988 Olympic Stadium, Helsinki, Finland 1–3 Lost FriendlyCorrect as of 7 October 2015

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Important facts

Born
31 December 1961, Helsinki
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player, association football coach, politician
Nationality
Finland
Positions held
Municipal councillor in Finland

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jari Rantanen?

Finnish association football player

When was Jari Rantanen born?

Jari Rantanen was born on 31 December 1961 in Helsinki.

What is Jari Rantanen's occupation?

Jari Rantanen is an association football player, association football coach and politician.

What nationality is Jari Rantanen?

Jari Rantanen is Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jari Rantanen

· Wikidata: Q2639533

· DBpedia: Jari Rantanen

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