SANTA CLARA, CA — In a daring move that sources say demonstrates “courageous nostalgia,” Super Bowl 60 organizers announced they will kick off this year’s game with a tribute to the only thing older than the NFL itself: early 2000s pop-punk. Green Day, the group that once asked if you had the time to listen to them whine, will perform at Levi’s Stadium to mark the 60th anniversary of the nation’s most sacred televised snack marathon.

NFL Entertainment Director Bethany Larmont explained, “We wanted to make Super Bowl 60 really special by paying homage to both the league’s tradition and the era when men’s eyeliner could ruin a family Thanksgiving. Plus, after 60 years, we’re all pretty green behind the ears.”

Organizers clarified that the band narrowly beat out Smash Mouth and a hologram of Fred Durst for the coveted gig. “Green Day represents the timeless traditions of football: loud, slightly out-of-fashion, and experienced at playing in stadiums mainly filled with people who don’t know the lyrics,” said NFL spokesperson Rick Donnelly. “They have promised to keep the performance PG by only playing three chords.”

Super Bowl officials are hoping the halftime show will also feature local favorites, including a 20-minute tribute to sourdough bread and a cameo appearance by a guy in a tattered Golden State Warriors jersey who just wandered onto the field. “We want the audience to know the Bay Area’s finest,” said Levi’s Stadium concessions manager Dale Fong, adding, “Yes, the band will be paid entirely in avocado toast vouchers.”

At press time, Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong reportedly confirmed, “We’re honored to celebrate a sport we know nothing about and may attempt to kick a field goal with our guitars, if that’s allowed.”