How many caps did Ari Hjelm win for Finland?

Ari Hjelm won 100 caps for Finland, scoring 20 goals.

Which clubs did Ari Hjelm play for?

FC Ilves (1981–1988), Stuttgarter Kickers (1988–1990), FC Ilves (1990–1992), FC St. Pauli (1992–1993), FC Ilves (1993–1993), FC St. Pauli (1993–1994), FC Ilves (1994–1994), Helsingin Jalkapalloklubi (1995–1996).

Where does Ari Hjelm rank among Finland's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Ari Hjelm #33 of Finland's 33 greatest players of all time.

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Ari Hjelm

CB anchor

Caps · Finland

100

Goals · Finland

Life

1962

Clubs

FC Ilves, Stuttgarter Kickers, Helsingin Jalkapalloklubi

#33

Editorial rank of 33 for Finland

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

A stalwart in the Finnish defence through the late 80s and 90s, he was a physically imposing figure in any backline. Career record: 100 caps and 20 goals for Finland; club career at FC Ilves, Stuttgarter Kickers, Helsingin Jalkapalloklubi.

Career sources

Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q653722

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Career record

1981–1988	FC Ilves
1988–1990	Stuttgarter Kickers
1990–1992	FC Ilves
1992–1993	FC St. Pauli
1993–1993	FC Ilves
1993–1994	FC St. Pauli
1994–1994	FC Ilves
1995–1996	Helsingin Jalkapalloklubi
Finland	100 caps, 20 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · Finland checked 4 October 2026
Goals · Finland checked 4 October 2026

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Around Hjelm in the almanac

One rank above: Niklas Moisander at #32.

Finland's editorial top five: Jari Litmanen · Sami Hyypiä · Teemu Pukki · Jussi Jääskeläinen · Lukas Hradecky.

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