If she brings up the topic during your Tuesday-night coffee, then just tell her that the only thing she did was get your hopes up..... she didn't make a fool of herself and has nothing to be ashamed of.
But I wouldn't recommend bringing up the topic first.
As for everybody else's comments, they all have their own merits and you really need to decide what you want to take from each of them (if anything). After all, you're the one who's going to have to deal with this issue - we're just here for moral support and advice.
Good luck, be casual, and most importantly: Be there for her. If she really needs a friend, be that. When she want's a new boyfriend, make sure your name is out there for consideration. But don't rush it.
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