FIFA World Cup schedule today: Games, kickoff times, livestream info for July 10 - Yahoo Sports

The air grows thin, the margin for error vanishes entirely, and the weight of sporting history settles onto the shoulders of the select few. We have reached the crucible of the FIFA World Cup—the semi-finals.

On this July 10 matchday, the tournament distills itself into its purest, most intoxicating form. Gone are the chaotic multi-game group stages and the frantic survivalism of the round of 16. Today, the world stops for a singular, titanic clash of footballing philosophies. This is not merely a game; it is a tactical chess match played at hyper-speed, where a single misaligned defensive line or a split-second delay in transition will spell the end of a four-year dream.

As the footballing world turns its undivided attention to the pitch, we break down the tactical blueprints, the key matchups, and everything you need to know to catch every minute of today’s blockbuster fixture.

The Headliner: A Clash of Dynastic Philosophies

France vs. Spain

• Stage: World Cup Semi-Finals
• Venue: Munich Football Arena (Allianz Arena)
• Kickoff Time: 8:00 PM local time / 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT

               TACTICAL FOCUS: THE MIDFIELD CRUCIBLE
               
       [SPAIN: Juego de Posición]  vs.  [FRANCE: Lethal Transitions]
             (Rodri / Ruiz)                 (Tchouaméni / Kanté)
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         Control &