Itamar Antônio Bellasalma

Itamar Antônio Bellasalma (born 14 February 1950) is a Brazilian former professional footballer and manager, who played as a forward.

Playing career

Born in São Carlos, Bellasalma began his career at São Carlos Clube, then played for Ferroviária and Garça. In 1973, he joined São Paulo, where he played 10 matches and scored one goal, and was subsequently loaned to Marília. In 1976, he joined Palmeiras, where he played 45 matches and scored 10 goals, winning the state championship. He won a state championship again in 1977 with Grêmio Maringá and with Londrina in 1981. He stood out during his career for his fights with opposing defenders.

Managerial career

Bellasalma coached several teams from 1983 to 2008, especially Londrina, Criciúma and other teams from Paraná, such as Roma Apucarana in 2004 and 2005.

Honours

Palmeiras Campeonato Paulista: 1976

Grêmio Maringá Campeonato Paranaense: 1977

Londrina Campeonato Brasileiro Série B: 1981 Campeonato Paranaense: 1981

Individual 1977 Campeonato Paranaense top scorer: 15 goals