it still works, but i guess it counts less than 10% in google's algo. when saying less than 10% I'm being optimistic
You bet it works. Getting the exact keyword combination in the domain name for a good niche is like having money on the bank...
If you have your keyword in URL than you have plus point to get high ranking in SERPs. You read absolutely right, it really works for SEO.
Tip: Try to put keyword in your domain name and in the page url as well, that’s how you’ll get your keyword twice in website url
Absolutely it works. Doesn't mean, however, that you should kill yourself trying to fit keywords into a domain name if they just won't fit.