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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