| Nickname(s) | Magic |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1979 |
| League | American Soccer League |
The Columbus Magic was an American soccer club based in Columbus, Ohio that was a member of the American Soccer League. They played their home games in Franklin County Stadium that they shared with Minor League Baseball's Columbus Clippers. The Magic held soccer camps located at Fancyburg Park in Upper Arlington, Ohio.
| Year | Division | League | Reg. Season | Playoffs | U.S. Open Cup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 2 | ASL | 1st, Eastern | Final | Did not enter |
| 1980 | 2 | ASL | 4th, National | Did not qualify | Did not enter |
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