Finland competed at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, West Germany.

96 competitors, 89 men and 7 women, took part in 75 events in 16 sports.

In the first modern archery competition at the Olympics, Finland entered three men.

Men's 3m Springboard: Women's 3m Springboard: Women's 10m Platform: One fencer represented Finland in 1972.

Three male pentathletes represented Finland in 1972, with them winning bronze in the team event.