The 1986 NCAA Division I men's soccer tournament was the 28th annual tournament organized by the National Collegiate Athletic Association to determine the national champion of men's collegiate soccer among its Division I members in the United States.

Duke won their first national title, defeating Akron in the championship game, 1–0.

The final match was played on December 13 at the Tacoma Dome in Tacoma, Washington.

[1][2] Two teams made their debut appearances in the NCAA Division I men's soccer tournament: Loyola Maryland and Seton Hall.