Adilson Coutinho Filho

Adilson Coutinho Filho, popularly known as Adilsinho, is a prominent figure in the Brazilian illegal gambling scene, specifically within the jogo do bicho, and serves as the patron of the samba school Salgueiro. Recently, he has made headlines due to a significant rift between the new and old generations of bicheiros, which has impacted the dynamics of the carnival in Rio de Janeiro. Following disappointing results for his school in the 2025 carnival, Adilsinho has expressed intentions to form a new faction to challenge the established order of the bicheiros, which has been in place since the 1970s. Despite facing multiple arrest warrants, he remains determined to assert his influence and has invested heavily in Salgueiro's carnival efforts, seeking to improve its standing and reputation.