1986–87 Middlesbrough F.C. season
| 1986-87 season | |
|---|---|
| Chairman | Colin Henderson |
| Manager | Bruce Rioch |
| Football League Third Division | 2nd |
| FA Cup | 3rd round |
| League Cup | 2nd round |
| Top goalscorer | League: Bernie Slaven (17) All: Bernie Slaven (21) |
| Highest home attendance | 18,523 v Wigan Athletic Away: 13,835 v AFC Bournemouth |
| Lowest home attendance | 3,690 v Port Vale Away: 2,788 v Newport County |
During the 1986–87 season, Middlesbrough participated in the Football League Third Division following their relegation the previous season. They were promoted back to the Second Division at the end of the season having finished second in the league.