Translating concisely

I'm thinking about providing a quick translation in simple English, which could be helpful. I’ll offer both a literal and polished version:

• Literal: "We didn't take our chances well, and then with every passing minute, the match became heavier."
• Natural: "We weren't clinical enough, and as time went on, the game only got harder."

I also want to ask the user which match they’re referring to and if they need a short news blurb. I'll keep my response concise and avoid heavy formatting.