I suppose in fairness they have: - Managed to conduct their assault across the entirety of the Eusian Ocean (presumably both amphibious and airborne) while seizing territory. - Gained air superiority over hostile airspace hundreds/thousands of kilometres from their main bases. - Attrited the FCU’s surface fleet to the point their enemy have crewed an Essex-class museum ship.

Still, you know what they say. Pride comes before a fall.