On The Plinth: Varadkar wants the trophy, but his team is walking off the pitch

In trying to be the great people pleaser, Leo Varadkar has shunned his once most loyal supporters, including the infamous five-a-side group, who paved his way to the Taoiseach's office.

Under Varadkar's leadership this team has all but disbanded, with one-time captain Eoghan Murphy exiting politics completely; others losing seats amid accusations of not being supported by the party in the 2020 elections; and the last remaining TD Brendan Griffin having now bowed out, confirming on Monday night he won't stand in the next election.