I'm honored to be mentioned in this article. It was stressful at times, but going to Russia and holding up my #NoBan4Women banner captured a lot of interest and support. “But the regime remains fearful of the potential role that football can play in unifying the people. The recent nationwide unrest galvanized people against the government, the reformists, the conservatives and the regime itself. Football could regain its role as a force to unify the public against the regime. The 2018 FIFA World Cup could trigger another wave of civil unrest.” This fear of a chain reaction wherein allowing women to watch a live soccer match in a stadium will lead to women demanding other equal rights is real. Very real. Please continue to share the petition and help me reach the new goal of 200,000 signatures. Thank you!