Melissa Reddy (born 24 August 1986)[1] is a South African football journalist and author.

[2] Whilst studying at university, Reddy did an internship at Summit TV, a business channel in South Africa.

[9] Reddy's television appearances include Sky Sports News' Tackling Racism,[10] Sunday Supplement,[11] Red Men TV[12] and the BBC’s Premier League Show.

[19] In 2020, Reddy released her first book, entitled Believe Us: How Jürgen Klopp Transformed Liverpool Into Title Winners.

The book was referenced by England national rugby union team head coach Eddie Jones as an insight into the thinking and practises of the elite team produced by Jürgen Klopp at Liverpool[20][21] Reddy has spoken prominently about the racism and sexism she has endured in forging her career, and the barriers women face.