Iran mullah on presence of women in stadiums: No need; watch it on TV

A state-run newspaper in Iran asked Mullah Makarem Shirazi about the decree of Sharia law regarding the presence of women in sports stadiums as spectators. His response is as follows:
The general atmosphere at sports stadiums isn’t suitable for women and there is no doubt the mixture of boys and girls will be the source of many moral and social problems. In addition, in many sports men don’t have the proper clothing. To this end, it is necessary that women withhold from taking part in these programs, especially since these programs can be seen on media and their presence isn’t necessary. (Asr-e Iran News Agency – July 20, 2014)