The 1987 Girabola was the ninth season of top-tier football competition in Angola. Atlético Petróleos de Luanda were the defending champions. The league comprised 14 teams, the bottom three of which were relegated. Petro de Luanda were crowned champions, winning their 4th title, and second in a row, while Desportivo da Chela, Progresso do Sambizanga and União Sport do Bié were relegated. Mavango Kiala aka Mavó of Ferroviário da Huíla finished as the top scorer with 20 goals.