Argentina exploits a FIFA loophole, landing Lionel Messi a new job.

During Argentina's triumph over Bolivia on Tuesday evening, Lionel Messi was unexpectedly named as the team's new assistant coach.

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As a precaution, Messi did not play in the World Cup qualifier.

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The Inter Miami attacker was rested for the 3-0 victory after complaining of fatigue from the previous game against Ecuador.

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Messi scored the game's lone goal, and his free kick set a South American qualifying record.

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Due to the high altitude, Messi and his teammates were given oxygen canisters in the days leading up to the Bolivia game.

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The stadium, Estadio Hernando Siles, is 3,637 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest in the world.In any case,

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Messi was not picked to the World Cup qualifying roster and would normally have to sit out.

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According to TNT Sports, the 36-year-old filled out a FIFA form claiming to be an assistant coach.

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The form was approved, and Messi, in his new capacity, sat in the dugout with his teammates and coaches to watch the game.

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