This comment made by BigFree sums it up nicely:
Sure APO had a chance to win it. But, we decided to quit, so we lose. Congrats go out to GWT.
I find the discussion about 'what if' rather amusing. The comment on APO and CFCs strength and possibilities add even more weight to their loss. After all, they gave up even when they had a GA in reserve.
It looks like the failed invasion attempt completely broke their spirit. Once you lose faith in your victory you will lose. We never lost our faith, even though we were pretty nervous now and then
Edit: In a way you can say we won because we broke their spirit.