1986–87 Dundee United F.C. season Tennent's Scottish Cup Tennent's Scottish Cup

| Date_ | Opponent | Venue | Result_ | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 January 1987 | Airdrieonians | H | 1–1 | 9169 |
| 9 February 1987 | Airdrieonians | A | 2–1 | 5000 |
| 12 February 1987 | Brechin City | A | 1–0 | 19355 |
| 14 March 1987 | Forfar Athletic | H | 2–2 | 7985 |
| 24 March 1987 | Forfar Athletic | A | 2–0 | 8139 |
| 11 April 1987 | Dundee | N | 3–2 | 13913 |
| 14 May 1987 | St. Mirren | N | 0–1 | 51782 |